Student Health (General)
All Kids Enrollment Event Toolkit
Learn how to plan an enrollment event to sign up children for Illinois' All Kids insurance program for free and low-cost health insurance.
California Healthy Kids Resource Center
The California Healthy Kids Resource Center (CHKRC) maintains a comprehensive collection of reviewed health education materials for use by teachers, administrators, and other professionals who work with Pre-K through 12th grade students in school settings and after-school programs. These materials are available for loan from the CHKRC library, with free delivery in California.
Common Health Issues - online links for kids!
Provided by the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services. Topics covered include ADD/ADHD, Asthma, Dental Health, Diabetes, Disability and Health, and Sun Damage.
Common Health Issues - online links for teens!
Provided by the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services. Topics covered include Acne, ADD/ADHD, Asthma, Dental Health, Diabetes, Disability and Health, and Sun Damage.
Cope Care Deal
Website for teens to learn more about warning signs, facts, and resources related to mental health
FAQs Regarding Illinois School Health Record Issues
For 2009-2010 School Year
FDA & You
A U.S. Food and Drug Administration newsletter that examines relevant health news (previous topics have included: food allergies, microwave safety, health literacy and foodbourne illness). Pre-packaged lesson plans for health and science teachers are included with each issue. All lessons and newsletters are available online.
Health in Action
An online collection of lesson plans and activities that enable teachers to incorporate health education and physical activity into their daily plans; developed by the Mississippi Department of Education's Office of Healthy Schools but is available to teachers nationwide (registration required)
Healthy Basics
From Children's Health Fund and MetLife Foundation, provides simple, accurate and culturally relevant health education brochures, lesson plans, and parent's guide suitable for children and families of all backgrounds. Topics covered include: anger, body changes, exercise, hand washing, healthy teeth, nutrition and smart choices.
Illinois Department of Human Services School Health Website
Website includes useful student health information, including Student Health Topics A-Z
Illinois Doc Assist
Online education and referral resources for the screening, diagnosis, and treatment of behavioral health and substance abuse issues in youth
KidsHealth
From the Nemours Foundation, the website provides user-friendly information about a wide-range of of physical, emotional and behavioral issues that affect children. Topics include: Feelings, Staying Healthy, Illness & Injuries, How the Body Works, Growing Body & Mind, Staying Safe, Movies & Games, and Health Problems
KidsHealth in the Classroom
KidsHealth in the Classroom offers free health curriculum materials for all grades and subject areas. Each teacher's guide includes discussion questions, activities, and reproducible handouts and quizzes - all aligned to recently updated national health education standards.
Learning, Teaching, and Leading in Healthy School Communities
This report summarizes key finding from the ASCD Healthy School Communities pilot study.
Livin' in Your Body 4 Life - Wellness Program - A five part mini-series called "Livin' in Your Body 4 Life!" developed for high school students by six South Side Chicago Public high school students. Contact Laura DeSousa ldesousa@uchicago.edu for a copy of the DVD or visit the site to watch the video
Most Medicaid Children in Nine States Are Not Receiving All Required Preventive Screening Services
Released by the Office of Inspector General this report found that in nine states, 76 percent of children did not receive one or more of the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) screenings mandated by Medicaid
Parenting247.org
A one-stop source of news, information, and advice on parenting and family life from University of Illinois Extension. Information on infants (0-1), preschoolers (2-5), school age children (6-12), and teens (13-18)
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Knowledge Path
Compiled by The Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, this website offers resources about preventing, identifying, and eliminating racial and ethnic disparities in health.
S.C.R.A.T.C.H. (School and Community Resources to Avoide and Take Control of Head Lice)
Web-based educational resources and tools on head lice for school nurses and other school professionals
Strong Bones RN, RU?
Toolkit that provides monthly activities, handouts, and lesson plans to teach students about bone health
TeenGrowth.com
An interactive website specifically tailored toward the health interests and general well-being of the teenage population
TeensHealth
From the Nemours Foundation, the website provides user-friendly information about health, behavior, and development during the teen years. Topics include: Your Body, Your Mind, Sexual Health, Food & Fitness, Recipes, Drugs & Alcohol, Diseases & Conditions, Infections, and Staying Safe
The Body - online links for kids!
Provided by the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services
The Body - online links for teens!
Provided by the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services
The Rest of Life - online links for kids!
Provided by the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services. Topics covered include Safety in the Neighborhood, Internet Safety, Fire Safety, Study Habits, and more!
The Rest of Life - online links for teens!
Provided by the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services. Topics covered include College Preparation, Money, Shopping, Study Habits, and Volunteering.