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.

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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.