Educators
Comprehensive School Health Approach
Huron Perth Public Health offers a variety of resources, supports and services to schools to promote the health and well-being of students and the school community. A comprehensive school health approach involves school boards, administrators, educators and community agencies working together to create an environment that will make a positive impact on student health and learning.
The Role of Public Health in Schools
- Provide health education supports and resources
- Collaborate with parents, educators and students to build a healthy school community
- Support the development and implementation of school health policies
- Partner with healthy school committees to promote student leadership and engagement
- Provide youth health-related information and services
Our work is guided by the Ontario Public Health Standards [PDF] and the School Health Guideline [PDF].
Health Resources for Schools
Each school in Huron and Perth counties is unique. The School Health Team will make every effort to address a variety of topics based on school requests. If you are an educator looking for a particular school health program or resource for your school or classroom please complete our request form.
Explore the health topics below and discover web-based, community, and curriculum-support resources.
Head Lice |
Head lice are a common nuisance and can spread whenever there is close to head-to-head contact, particularly among children in childcare programs, schools and recreational groups. Head lice poses no health risk.
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Illness and Immunizations |
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Oral Health Supports |
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Vision Supports |
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