School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) |
The PISD SHAC membership is comprised of parents, community, and school personnel who were appointed by the school district to provide advice to the district on coordinated school health programming and its impact on student health and learning. SHAC assists the distrrict in ensuring that the values of our community are reflected in the district's health education program.
To find out more about the SHAC committee contact Sharon Wright at (806) 293-6000.
Overview of SHAC's Decisions & Recommendations |
Approval of the Parent’s Guide to Human Sexuality Instruction
Recommended the inclusion of the Parent’s Guide to Human Sexuality Instruction in each campus student handbooks
Approval of health-related brochures and posters available from school nurse offices
Approval of the elementary coordinated health program – CATCH
Approval of the health textbooks grades 6-8
Development of the District School Wellness Policy
Development and approval of the District Wellness Plan
Approval of the implementation of the Scott Phelps abstinence program
Approval of Middle School Coordinated Health Program (Healthy and Wise)
- Approval of revisions to Parent’s Guide to Human Sexuality Instruction
Awareness Topics Discussed at SHAC Meetings |
Role of Committee
Human Sexuality Instruction
Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value
Report on the care of elementary and secondary school students with diabetes
Physical Education Requirements
Wellness Assessment update
Breakfast in the Classroom
Fitness Assessment Results
Teen Pregnancy discussion
Appointed Chairperson and additional members