Playworks Implementation in 17 Schools from 6 U.S. Cities

May 14, 2013 | Evaluation

Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University conducted a randomized controlled trial of Playworks.

Effects on Play, Physical Activity and Recess

May 14, 2013 | Evaluation

Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University conducted a randomized controlled trial of Playworks.

U.S. Middle and High Schools Improving Some Nutrition Practices, But Sugary Drinks Remain Widely Available

Secondary schools report limited progress in creating healthier environment for students.

Secondary Schools Report Limited Progress in Creating Healthier Environment for Students

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U.S. middle and high schools are improving some nutrition practices, but most students can still buy sugary drinks and junk foods.

Public Health Pipeline: The Future Generation of Public Health Professionals

October 9, 2005 | Program Result Report

The Public Health Pipeline Program supported efforts by two education organizations from 1998 to 2003 to build the capacity of educational systems to improve science education for students in grades six through nine.

Building Healthy Teen Relationships

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As this video illustrates, Start Strong is promoting healthy relationships as the way to prevent teen dating violence and abuse before it starts.

Texas Childhood Obesity Prevention Policy Evaluation (T-COPPE)

September 1, 2011 | Report/Evaluation

This brief provides select preliminary research results, preliminary analyses, and policy implications for the implementation of the national Safe Routes to School program in Texas.

How to Make Our Schools Healthy

November 7, 2012 | Program Result Report

The Healthy Schools Program provides technical assistance to help schools engage administrators, teachers, parents and vendors in increasing access to physical activity and healthier foods for students and staff.

Technical Assistance Matters: Schools Need Support to Become Healthier

October 21, 2012 | Evaluation

The evaluation found that schools that accessed and participated in more training and technical assistance made the most progress in implementing policies and programs that support healthy eating and regular physical activity among students.

RAP is Also a Tool to Evaluate Children's Take on Their Eating and Fitness Environments

February 18, 2010 | Program Result Report

Food & Fitness for Children & Families: A Rapid Assessment Tool uses direct observation, interviews and focus groups to capture what young people really think, feel and do in regard to eating and exercise.