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Comprehensive School Health Program(CSHP)
Swasth Bachpan, Khushhaal Jeevan
Comprehensive School Health Program(CSHP)
Swasth Bachpan, Khushhaal Jeevan
Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive—mentally, physically, and socially. By nurturing healthy habits during school years, we lay the foundation for a lifetime of well-being. Our Comprehensive School Health Program (CSHP) integrates health education into the school curriculum to empower children with the knowledge and tools they need for a healthier future.
Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive—mentally, physically, and socially. By nurturing healthy habits during school years, we lay the foundation for a lifetime of well-being. Our Comprehensive School Health Program (CSHP) integrates health education into the school curriculum to empower children with the knowledge and tools they need for a healthier future.
Why a Comprehensive School Health Program?
Why a Comprehensive School Health Program?
India faces significant health challenges that impact not only individual well-being but also the nation’s economic development. The need for preventive healthcare is critical, and schools are the ideal starting point.
Key Health Concerns in India
- Population Health:
India’s Healthy Life Expectancy (HALE) is 60 years, far behind leading nations. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like heart disease and diabetes, exacerbated by poor lifestyle choices, malnutrition, and pollution, are leading contributors. - COVID-19 Impact:
The pandemic highlighted vulnerabilities, with individuals having underlying NCDs disproportionately affected. - Children’s Health Challenges:
- Anemia: Over 75% of children suffer from anemia, leading to reduced school performance and earning potential.
- Intestinal Diseases: Poor sanitation causes bacterial and viral infections, impacting child mortality rates.
- Unintentional Injuries: Common accidents, including road and fire incidents, pose significant risks.
India faces significant health challenges that impact not only individual well-being but also the nation’s economic development. The need for preventive healthcare is critical, and schools are the ideal starting point.
Key Health Concerns in India
- Population Health:
India’s Healthy Life Expectancy (HALE) is 60 years, far behind leading nations. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like heart disease and diabetes, exacerbated by poor lifestyle choices, malnutrition, and pollution, are leading contributors. - COVID-19 Impact:
The pandemic highlighted vulnerabilities, with individuals having underlying NCDs disproportionately affected. - Children’s Health Challenges:
- Anemia: Over 75% of children suffer from anemia, leading to reduced school performance and earning potential.
- Intestinal Diseases: Poor sanitation causes bacterial and viral infections, impacting child mortality rates.
- Unintentional Injuries: Common accidents, including road and fire incidents, pose significant risks.
Comprehensive School Health Program (CSHP)
Comprehensive School Health Program (CSHP)
The Comprehensive School Health Program (CSHP) fosters a culture of preventive healthcare through structured, engaging health education programs. By addressing physical, mental, and social well-being, CSHP empowers students, teachers, and parents to create a healthier and more informed generation.
1. Comprehensive Curriculum
Health Education Curriculum:
- Student Workbooks and Teacher Manuals covering physical, mental, and social health topics.
- Content on life skills, decision-making, and goal-setting.
- Nutrition mats for self-monitoring healthy eating habits.
- Engaging materials like slides, quizzes, and activity-based learning.
Program Content:
- Foundations of Health: Importance of health, disease prevention, and informed decision-making.
- Physical Health Topics: Nutrition, hygiene, reproductive health, and addressing harmful habits like tobacco and alcohol use.
- Mental and Emotional Well-Being: Yoga, stress management, communication, and building self-esteem.
2. Nutrition Monitoring
- Promotes healthy eating habits using nutrition mats and health behavior tracking.
- Encourages balanced diets through education and activity-based lessons.
3. Teacher Training
- Training for a minimum of two teachers and one coordinator per school.
- Online sessions totaling 8+ hours before the academic year.
- Preferred participants: Science, Life Skills teachers, or counselors.
- Continuous support through quarterly meetings and in-school visits.
4. Parental Engagement
- Bi-monthly (or monthly) parent sessions to reinforce health behaviors at home.
- Guidance on creating a supportive environment for children’s well-being.
5. Evaluation and Feedback:
- Health Behavior and Knowledge Questionnaires administered at the start and end of the academic year.
- Feedback, case studies, and classroom observations to assess program impact.
- Classroom support from program representatives to improve session deliveryOngoing evaluation ensures the program meets its objectives and adapts to student needs.
- Feedback from students, teachers, and parents drives program improvements.
Key Program Goals
- Promote sustainable health habits in students.
- Empower teachers as role models for healthy lifestyles.
- Foster collaborative engagement among students, teachers, and parents.
Our Impact
2023-24 Academic Year:
- Implemented across seven schools, directly impacting 1000 students.
- Indirect reach to 3,000 individuals (students, parents, educators).
Future Goals:
- Expand the program to reach 10,000 individuals indirectly by next year.
- By equipping schools with health education resources, CSHP transforms lives, strengthens communities, and contributes to a healthier, more productive society.
Join Our Movement
Together, we can empower children with the tools they need to lead healthier, brighter lives.
👉 Contact us today to make CSHP a part of your school’s curriculum.
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