Event Title
The Impact of School-based Intervention on Healthy Behaviors for 6th Grade Students
Presentation Type
Poster/Portfolio
Presenter Major(s)
Athletic Training, Biomedical Sciences, Health Professions
Mentor Information
Debbie Lown, lownde@gvsu.edu
Department
Biomedical Sciences
Location
Henry Hall Atrium 83
Start Date
13-4-2011 3:00 PM
End Date
13-4-2011 4:00 PM
Keywords
Health and Wellness
Abstract
The prevalence of obesity in children has been steadily rising, with 18.1% of 12 year-old children obese in 2007-2008. Multiple school-based programs and interventions are currently being utilized to address the increasing obesity rates. The purpose of this class project was to develop and implement an educational program for 6th grade children addressing appropriate beverage intake, snacking behaviors, and physical activity. Two 6th grade classes (approximately 50 students total) at Bursley Elementary in Jenison, MI are the target population. We will provide the students with nutrition education based on developed materials during designated class periods. The effectiveness of the intervention will be measured using pre- and post-assessments. Increasing the awareness of the importance of healthy behaviors among these 6th grade students may encourage them to develop healthier lifestyles.
The Impact of School-based Intervention on Healthy Behaviors for 6th Grade Students
Henry Hall Atrium 83
The prevalence of obesity in children has been steadily rising, with 18.1% of 12 year-old children obese in 2007-2008. Multiple school-based programs and interventions are currently being utilized to address the increasing obesity rates. The purpose of this class project was to develop and implement an educational program for 6th grade children addressing appropriate beverage intake, snacking behaviors, and physical activity. Two 6th grade classes (approximately 50 students total) at Bursley Elementary in Jenison, MI are the target population. We will provide the students with nutrition education based on developed materials during designated class periods. The effectiveness of the intervention will be measured using pre- and post-assessments. Increasing the awareness of the importance of healthy behaviors among these 6th grade students may encourage them to develop healthier lifestyles.