Resources
This page reflects a broad spectrum of content that is as diverse in its authors as it is in its subject matter. Whether you are looking for the latest guidelines from the CDC and the Department of Education, or you are looking for new and innovative projects that you can bring to your school or district, this page is designed to support ASHA’s mission to transform all schools into places where every student learns and thrives by including the latest resources in school health.
ASHA is committed to providing the latest in research and tools that can support the work of PreK-12 practitioners, and those involved in health education and health services programs. Have an excellent resource that isn’t represented here? Tell us about it here.
Reaching Teens
Strength-Based Communication Strategies to Build Resilience and Support Healthy Adolescent Development
ASCD: WSCC Implementation Examples
Overview of the WSCC Model and Implementation Examples CDC: Components of the WSCC Model
CDC Description of the WSCC Components WSCC: A Collaborative Process
Overview of the importance of the WSCC Process
The Conversation
THE CONVERSATION / LA CONVERSACIÓN, produced by KFF, is an expansive living video library featuring Black & Latinx healthcare workers answering questions about COVID vaccines.
CDC: Parents for Healthy Schools
Evidence-Based Strategies for Parental Engagement Connecting Health and Learning
An Overview of Relevant Research NACDD: Health and Academic Achievment Summary
Report on the interrlationship between health and academic achievement. NIDA for Teens
Resource for science-based information on teen drug abuse and its effects. Teens, Health, and Technology
Results of A National Survey Think, Act, Grow
National call to action to improve adolescent health.
CDC: Get Tested
National HIV, STD, and Hepatitus Testing Resource School Nurse Advocacy Tools
The School Nurse Workforce Study provides advocacy tools to support school nursing practice. School Nurse Practice Framework
The Framework for 21st Century School Nursing Practice provides guidance and standards for the practicing school nurse. StartYourRecovery
StartYourRecovery.org offers people who are dealing with substance use issues a single source of reputable, objective information about signs, symptoms, conditions, treatment options, and resources.
CDC: Bullying and Suicide
Summary of research on the relationship between bullying and suicide-related behavior. Real Talk
An evolution of our positive masculinity and girls’ empowerment programs, Real Talk is a more gender-inclusive examination of relationships, gender identity, and sexuality. ShuffleMe
ShuffleMe is an artificial intelligence software that detects and analyzes physiological measurements, remotely while youth and young adults engage on social media in real-time to increase wellbeing. Talk. They Hear You
SAMHSA's youth substance use prevention campaign.
American Heart Association
This provides many resources on healthy eating, as well as phyical activity. Start a School Garden
A resource for educators to learn the actions needed and resources available to start a garden in a school. USDA Child Nutrition Programs
Farm To School Resources
This offers many resources on education all around food/nutrition. Rutgers: Food, Nutrition, and Health
This provides resources and training on a variety of topics including food security, healthy eating, fitness activities, and food safety.
American Heart Association
This provides many resources on healthy eating, as well as phyical activity. Physical Activity Break Interventions
Resource for classroom based physical activity breaks are and their importance. Physical Activity in Children and Adolescents
Resource for health professionals and families on the importance of regular physical activity.
How Schools Work & How to Work With Schools
A Primer For Those Who Want To Serve Children and Youth in Schools Speaking Educations Language
A Guide for Public Health Professionals Working in the Education Sector
Best Practices for Active Shooter or Armed Assaliant Drills
Guidance document for considering and conducting armed assailant drills. CDC: Preventing Bullying
CDC Bullying and Violence Prevention Resource Earthquakes for Kids
Interactive resource designed to teach children about the science of earthquakes. Flooding Communication
Information regarding how to prepare, and respond to flooding Human Trafficking in America’s Schools
Resource from the National Center for Safe and Supportive Learning Environments. REMS: Technical Assistance Center
A Software Application for K-12 Schools, Districts, and Regional and State Education Agencies
CDC: Promoting Parent Engagement
CDC Teen HIV and STD Prevention Information Rights, Respect, Responsibility
Sexuality Education Curriculum
