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April 8, 2013 | Journal Article
Stringent school meal standards may help improve student weight status, particularly among those who receive free or reduced-price lunches.
August 13, 2012 | Report
National Secondary School Survey Results
March 14, 2013 | Program Result Report
The California Center for Public Health Advocacy studied data on childhood obesity in the state to determine whether incidence of the condition had declined from 2005 to 2010, and whether any decline could be attributed to changes in policy.
October 1, 2009 | Program Result Report
Staff at the California School Boards Association and California Project LEAN supported efforts by key stakeholders nationwide to develop, implement and evaluate school wellness policies.
October 22, 2012 | Feature
The 2012 Healthy Schools Program forum honored 251 schools for their achievements and released results from a four-year evaluation of the program.
January 23, 2009 | Program Result Report
Samuels and Associates conducted six training sessions in 2006 and 2007 for school, nutrition and public health personnel and others involved in developing, implementing and monitoring school nutrition and wellness policies.
June 1, 2007 | Program Result Report
The CDC conducted a review of the scientific literature and produced evidence-based guidelines for school health programs to promote healthy eating and physical activity to prevent obesity among children.
September 6, 2012 | Commentary/News Release/Journal Article/Story
Largest declines seen among African American boys and Hispanic girls.
October 17, 2008 | Program Result Report
The Center for Science in the Public Interest analyzed the economic impact of school vending machine contracts and identified alternative fund-raising methods that do not compromise student health.