Healthy Schools Research Articles

Pendampingan Sanitasi Total Berbasis Masyarakat melalui Gerakan Toilet Sekolah Ramah Anak di SD Muhammadiyah Balayuda Palembang

Healthy schools are something that is very necessary in creating a healthy and strong generation, one of which is toilet conditions. Adequate toilets, both in terms of number, appearance and facilities, have a significant impact on students' psychology. The aim of this community service is to increase school students' knowledge of using toilets and create child-friendly toilets. The implementation method is carried out by counseling using poster media and evaluation to determine the success of education for school children. At the end of the activity, the service team provided equipment for the school toilet, namely trash boxes with lids, hand washing soap, toilet tissue and slippers. The results of the activity were carried out on November 18 2023 in the Muhammadiyah Balayudha High School building in Palembang, attended by 20 grade 11 students. The material presented outlined 10 indicators of healthy toilets in terms of number, appearance and facilities including clean, bright, available tissue and soap, fragrant, dry, available running water, not slippery, available trash box, larva-free water tank. Participants were enthusiastic about taking part in this activity because each class in their school was equipped with toilet facilities. The conclusion of this activity is good information and input for the school in maintaining student health, it is necessary to pay attention to aspects of toilet cleanliness and comfort.

Analysis the Healthy School Campaign in Indonesia: A Health Policy Triangle Approach

The School Health Program policy was initiated by the Indonesian government in 2014. However, by 2021, student health service coverage was still suboptimal. The Healthy Schools Campaign Program was introduced in 2022 as an alternative policy to revitalize the School Health Programme. The study aimed to analyze the Healthy School Campaign Program using the health policy triangle framework, which includes actors, content, process, and context. This research uses qualitative methods with secondary data sourced from electronic document searches. The main actors in this policy involve official government institutions, supported by collaboration with non-government partners. Policy selection is based on situational, structural, cultural and international contextual factors. The program content focuses on physical health, healthy nutrition, and student immunization. The conclusion is that the selection of content is influenced by how actors identify health problems in the early stages of policy preparation. Implementation of this program requires a clear collaboration system as a reference for its implementation in educational units. Teacher and parent involvement is also very important to increase the effectiveness and sustainability of the program.

Faktor yang Berhubungan dengan Tindakan PHBS pada Siswa-Siswi SD Inpres Pukdale Kecamatan Kupang Timur Kabupaten Kupang

Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) in schools is an effort to provide opportunities for students and teachers to know, want and be able to practice PHBS and actively participate in realizing healthy schools. This study aims to determine the factors related to PHBS in students of SD Inpres Pukdale, East Kupang District, Kupang Regency. This type of research is an analytical survey with a cross sectional design. The population in this study was female students SD Inpres Pukdale, East Kupang District, Kupang Regency with a total of 83 respondents. The sampling technique used is simple random sampling with a sample size of 45 respondents. The research instrument is in the form of a questionnaire. Data analysis using Chi square test with 95% confidence level (α = 0.05). The results showed that there was a relationship between knowledge variables (p-value = 0.019), attitude (p-value = 0.046), parental role (p-value = 0.070) and availability of infrastructure facilities (p-value=0.013) against PHBS actions. This study recommends that health workers provide education related to PHBS indicators in schools. Social support from parents and the school is also very necessary.

Healthy educators need healthy schools: Supporting educator work-related well-being through multitiered systems of support.

The COVID-19 pandemic has amplified preexisting challenges for educators as manifested in high rates of work-related stress and burnout, and educators leaving the profession in higher numbers than ever before. In this article, we highlight the urgency for work-related well-being supports for educators, with a particular focus on system changes. Individual self-care is necessary, yet insufficient. To this end, we recommend the use of a multitiered system of support framework to promote a supportive and balanced work environment for all educators, tailored to local needs. We provide a rationale for the use of a tiered model and give specific recommendations for implementation and sustainability of a continuum of supports for school-wide educator well-being. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

OPTIMALISASI SANTRI SADAR KESEHATAN DAN OBAT DI PONDOK PESANTREN MAHASISWA

Health-related problems in Islamic boarding schools or Pesantren rarely get the attention of its residents and the surrounding community. An-Najah Student Islamic Boarding School is one of the Islamic boarding schools in the Banyumas area. In the health sector, the student or santri have not been optimal in paying attention to the health of the surrounding environment both in dormitories and dorm rooms. Therefore, health efforts in the form of promotive, preventive and curative were needed. The purpose of community service activities was to increase the knowledge and awareness of santri as well as the management of Pesantren related to health and proper management of medicines. In addition, activities were also carried out to improve facilities and infrastructure to support health in realizing clean and healthy Islamic Boarding Schools. The activity was carried out by adopting the Guidelines for the Implementation and Development of Islamic Boarding Health Units that had been issued by the Indonesian Ministry of Health in 2013. The results of community service activities were in the form of increasing awareness and knowledge of the students on proper health and drug management and improving health facilities and infrastructure in Islamic Boarding Schools.

Urban structure types and students’ academic performance

ABSTRACT In this study, we propose a novel approach for estimating the relationship between neighborhood characteristics and students’ academic performance. We propose the concept of urban morphology by Urban Structure Types (USTs). USTs are spatial indicators that describe the urban system through its physical, environmental, and functional characteristics. Our academic performance data includes 344,175 students from 256 public schools in the Federal District (FD), Brazil. This is student-level academic achievement data from 2017 to 2020. We performed the UST mapping in the FD by using visual interpretation. We classified 21 different types of UST. We fit mixed-effects regression models with a student-specific random intercept and slope. The model was adjusted for temporal factors, SES factors, and variables representing the characteristics and the location of each school. Our findings suggest associations between several types of USTs surrounding schools and academic performance. Overall, areas characterized as low population density, with high green index, and high standard residences were associated with an increase in student performance. In contrast, areas that include old buildings near streets, with significant traffic density, and areas with significant exposed soil (areas devasted) were associated with a decrease in student performance. The results of our study support the creation of effective educational and urban planning policies for local interventions. These interventions are likely to translate into healthier schools and improvements in children's behavioral development and learning performance.

Determinants of overweight and obesity among children between 5 to 11 years in Ecuador: A secondary analysis from the National Health Survey 2018.

During the 1990s, global eating habits changed, affecting poorer and middle-income nations, as well as richer countries. This shift, known as the "obesity transition," led to more people becoming overweight or obese worldwide. In Ecuador, this change is happening, and now, one in three children is affected by overweight or obesity (OW/OB). This study explores the links between social, economic, and demographic factors and childhood obesity in Ecuador, seeking to provide insights for shaping future health policies in response to this intricate shift. A cross-sectional study using 2018 National Health and Nutrition Survey data from Ecuador. Weighted percentages were computed, and odds ratios for OW/OB unadjusted and adjusted for each category of explanatory variables were estimated using multilevel multivariate logistic regression models. Among 10,807 Ecuadorian school children aged 5 to 11, the prevalence of OW/OB was 36.0%. Males exhibited 1.26 times higher odds than females (95% CI: 1.20 to 1.33), and each additional year of age increased the odds by 1.10 times (95% CI: 1.09 to 1.10). Economic quintiles indicated increased odds (1.17 to 1.39) from the 2nd to 5th quintile (the richest) compared with the first quintile (the poorest). Larger household size slightly reduced odds of OW/OB (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 0.93, 95% CI: 0.91 to 0.95), while regular physical activity decreased odds ([aOR] = 0.79, 95% CI: 0.75 to 0.82). The consumption of school-provided meals showed a non-significant reduction (aOR: 0.93, 95% CI: 0.82 to 1.06). Children from families recognizing and using processed food labels had a higher likelihood of being overweight or obese (aOR = 1.14, 95% CI: 1.02 to 1.26). Age, male gender, and higher economic quintile increase OW/OB in Ecuadorian school children. Larger households and physical activity slightly decrease risks. Ecuador needs policies for healthy schools and homes, focusing on health, protection, and good eating habits.

Implementation of BERSABAR Method for Students to Achieve Clean and Healthy Schools in Al Ikhlas Private Elementary School Medan

Sanitation conditions in the school environment in Urban Village Sitirejo II were not well managed. The school had adequate facilities, but these facilities were not optimally utilized as seen from the unavailability of clean water, unclean toilets, and scattered garbage. These conditions can lead to diseases such as diarrhea and others. The formation of cadres from students needs to be done to overcome these problems. The cadre was named Bocah Cinta Lingkungan or "Bocil" or the Environmentalist Child Cadres, 10 people were selected and formed through "Bersabar" method. The play method used is with the modification of the Snakes and Ladders game, the game is communicative and easy to understand, with eye-catching visualization, attractive, and fun to use as learning media. In addition, snakes and ladders are modified with interesting and full-color illustrated questions and answers. After the cadres are formed, their role is to instill clean and healthy living behaviors for themselves and their peers. Promotive efforts in school children groups can be done with peer education. Furthermore, this program also involves principals and teachers by providing a "Bersabar" method tools to Al Ikhlas Private elemntary School. Teachers have a role to monitor the cadres and then also be able to form the cadres independently.

SOSIALISASI HEALTH PROMOTING SCHOOL PADA SEKOLAH TINGKAT PAUD, SD, SMP DAN SMA DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS KASANG PUDAK KABUPATEN MUARO JAMBI

Health problems in school settings are quite complex. If these health problems are not addressed, it will have an impact on the health of students and school residents. One of the efforts that can be made to overcome and prevent these problems is by implementing healthy schools. The purpose of this service is to socialize Health Promoting School at preschool, elementary, middle and high school level in the Kasang Pundak Health Center Working Area, Muaro Jambi Regency. The intervention carried out in this service is in the form of socialization or education related to healthy campuses. The targets in this service are 34 school principals in the public health service of Kasang Pundak working area. The results of the analysis show that the average difference in knowledge before and after socialization regarding health promoting school values with a Z-table value of -1.645 with alpha 0.05. In addition, support was obtained by all schools and several stakeholders in realizing healthy schools through the signing of a joint commitment. The need for continuous assistance and monitoring by health center personnel in realizing healthy schools.

Peran Mahasiswa Asistensi Mengajar dalam Mewujudkan Sekolah Sehat (Apotek Hidup)

The increase in morbidity and mortality rates from various diseases demands the need for efforts to improve public health, especially for students who have to do a lot of activities. Schools are one part of the community structure that requires attention to health aspects. Health problems that often occur in the school environment are the reason for the need to provide health measures such as medicines in the school environment. For this reason, Teaching Assistance students describe healthy schools by planting medicinal plants or what is known as the Living Pharmacy. Teaching Assistance is a program that provides students with the opportunity for 3.5 months to accompany teachers and school principals in carrying out learning activities. This activity aims to empower junior high school students to plant living pharmacies in their school environment as an effort to maintain environmental sustainability, especially the school environment. The activity methods include; providing land, preparing tools and materials, clearing land, planting various types of plants and caring for these plants. The result of this activity is the availability of a living pharmacy in the school environment consisting of various types of plants. The number of plant types found in the school's living pharmacy is 5 types of plants. Each plant has a marker containing the name of each plant to make it easier to recognize the type of plant

Pembentukan Percontohan Sekolah Gigi Sehat Di SD Inpres Liliba Sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Perilaku Pemeliharaan Kesehatan Gigi Dan Mulut Anak Usia Sekolah Dasar

<p><em>Situation Analysis: Almost more than 50% of students in elementary school dental are dental workers so it is felt that there is a need for prevention with the establishment of healthy dental schools. And for + 2 years have not received dental health services / UKGS due to the Corona pandemic situation. Objective: Improve the behavior of elementary school-age children in maintaining dental and oral health and increase teacher understanding in filling out healthy dental cards and dental health education as the beginning of the formation of healthy dental schools</em><em>. Community Service Method: PKM Approach Method with Participatory Action Research. This activity will be carried out at SD Inpres Liliba from April to October 2023, with participants being teachers and students of grades III and IV. Activity Results: Activities were carried out on grade 3 and 4 students totaling 50 children. First, students filled out a dental health maintenance behavior questionnaire before counseling, the results were included in the moderate criteria as many as 38 people (76.0%), teacher training on good and correct brushing practices, filling out healthy dental cards, and dental health education. The evaluation was carried out after 3 months, where there was an increase in behavior including the good category as many as 48 people (96.00%), teacher understanding in filling out healthy dental cards, dental health education and brushing practices were good and healthy dental schools had begun with brushing activities together every 1 week 1 time. Conclusion: This healthy dental school activity can improve the behavior of elementary school-age children in maintaining dental health and teachers' understanding is good in filling out healthy dental cards and teaching brushing and dental health education to students. </em><strong></strong></p>

Developing a Policy for Healthy Schools Food: A Plan of Action

Background and Objectives: Childhood obesity is a pressing global health concern, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like Palestine. This study aims to address the prevalence of childhood obesity in Palestine and its association with the school food environment. The objective is to propose and advocate for the implementation of a "healthy schools' food policy" to promote the consumption of nutritious food while prohibiting the sale of unhealthy items. Methods: A comprehensive analysis of the sociocultural, economic, political, ethical, and legal contexts surrounding childhood obesity in Palestine was conducted. This included a review of existing studies, stakeholder analyses, and an evaluation of policy alternatives. A legislative strategy was developed to guide the implementation of the proposed policy. Results: The study identified the widespread prevalence of childhood obesity in Palestine, with contributing factors rooted in sociocultural, economic, and political contexts. The analysis of policy alternatives revealed that establishing and enforcing a written protocol for "Food and Beverage Services" in schools emerged as the most effective option. This policy approach received the highest score in terms of effectiveness, access and fairness, cost-effectiveness, and administrative and political feasibility. Conclusion: The findings highlight the urgent need for policy interventions to address childhood obesity in Palestine. The proposed "healthy schools' food policy" offers a promising avenue to promote nutritious food consumption while curbing the availability of unhealthy options. Collaborative efforts involving stakeholders, including schools, the Ministry of Education, healthcare professionals, parents, and the community, are crucial for successful policy implementation. Regular evaluations and community feedback will be essential to monitor the policy's impact and make necessary adjustments. This study underscores the significance of prioritizing children's health within the broader context of societal well-being.

Strengthening Environmentally Friendly Behavior Through Waste Sorting and Recycling Programs Increasing Value Added Healthy Islamic Boarding Schools and Zero Waste

Applying the zero-waste concept is needed so that waste management in urban areas is not only more environmentally friendly. It's no longer just a trend, but this zero-waste has developed into a norm among the millennial generation in Indonesia. This service aims to strengthen environmentally friendly behaviour through sorting organic and inorganic waste and training in recycling inorganic waste into valuable products. The method used Participatory Action Research (PAR). This service found that students at PPAI An-Nahdliyah responded positively to environmentally friendly behaviour by sorting waste and received high creativity in recycling plastic bottle waste into valuable products, such as flower bouquets, pencil cases, etc. However, the sustainability of this program still needs to be improved. Therefore, this service recommends continuously improving students' resources to behave environmentally friendly and utilize their waste through reduction, reuse or recycling so that a zero-waste lifestyle is formed and supervision between each PPAI An-Nahdliyah student.

Perceptions of oral health promotion in primary schools among health and education officials, community leaders, policy makers, teachers, and parents in Gulu district, northern Uganda: A qualitative study.

One in every two cases of caries in deciduous teeth occurs in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The aim of the World Health Organisation's (WHO) Healthy Schools Program is to improve the oral health of children. This study explored perceptions of implementation of the Ugandan oral health schools' program in Gulu district, northern Uganda. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a purposive sample of 19 participants including health and education officials, community leaders, policy makers, teachers, and parents. All interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed thematically. Our study identified three themes: (1) components of oral health promotion, (2) implementation challenges of oral health promotion, and (3) development of an oral health policy. The components of oral health promotion in schools included engagement of health workers, the community, companies, skills-based education, and oral health services. Participants were concerned about insufficient funding, unsatisfactory skills-based education, and inadequate dental screening. Participants reported that there was an urgent need to develop oral health policy to guide implementation of the program at scale. Schools provided oral health promotion that aligned with existing features of the WHO's health-promoting school framework. Implementation of this strategy could be enhanced with increased resources, adequate oral health education, and explicit development of oral health policy.

Effects of a school-based, post-pandemic recovery intervention on Canadian educators

Although copious research has documented elevated stress and burnout in teachers worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic, few studies have provided empirical evidence of effective interventions to support post-pandemic educator recovery and resilience. Attention to educator well-being is essential not only to healthy schools, but also to preventing teacher shortages. In the current study, Canadian educators (n = 621) who participated in a school-based mental health intervention program offered by a national mental health organization demonstrated significantly higher levels of well-being and recovery post-intervention than pre-intervention. Moreover, when compared with a control group (n = 86), the intervention group demonstrated significantly higher levels of connectedness, recovery, well-being, and resilience, although no differences in organizational commitment were demonstrated. Implications on teacher attrition and shortages are discussed.

Examining Water Use and Sanitation Practices in Rural Schools of Chegutu District, Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe

Access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in schools is integral to the well-being of children and their right to quality education. The study examines water use and sanitation practices of selected rural secondary schools in Ward 11 and 29 of Chegutu District in Zimbabwe. Data were collected using questionnaires, interviews and published data. A total of 81 questionnaires investigating students’ hygiene practices, as well as their perceptions on service delivery, were issued to students. Data collected were analyzed using tables, graphs, pie chart, and descriptive statistics. The study concluded that the present WASH practices in many of the schools were not adequate. The reasons for low water and sanitation coverage included lack of a comprehensive policy and government will to effectively manage water and sanitation services, which to some extent affected the capacity of local authorities and schools to manage water and sanitation supply services in the past years. Despite support by community, civic society and Government, the impact of their contributions remains significant though insufficient. Inadequate capital to support and maintain WASH standards in schools, and lack of monitoring systems remain key challenges. Further support is required to meet international recommendations for healthy and gender-equitable schools.

The healthy schools stop smoking and vaping service provides Catch Your Breath – a school-based smoking and vaping programme for young people in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, England

The healthy schools stop smoking and vaping service provides Catch Your Breath – a school-based smoking and vaping programme for young people in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, England

School-Based Management in Creating Healthy Schools in Elementary Schools

Ngunut Playen Gunungkidul State Elementary School is located near the Cemoro Jajar tourist attraction and is known for being beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Likewise, the surrounding environment, including Ngunut State Elementary School. This research aims to obtain a fact-based picture in the form of data and information regarding school-based management in creating healthy schools. The purposes of this research include: (1) To find out about school-based management at SDN Ngunut. (2) To find out the efforts of a healthy school at SDN Ngunut. (3) To determine the role of school-based management in healthy school efforts. This research uses qualitative research, where the techniques used are interviews, observation, and documentation.

Overview of Environment Sanitation Conditions of Elementary Schools in Surakarta City During the Covid-19 Transition Period

<div><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td align="left" valign="top"><p><em>The mandatory requirements that schools must fulfill are strict implementation of health protocols, for example having adequate hand washing facilities equipped with running water and soap. However, data shows that there are still many elementary schools in Indonesia that do not have sanitation facilities that meet standards. This research aims to provide an overview of the environmental sanitation conditions of elementary schools in Surakarta City during the Covid 19 transition period. This research uses a descriptive observational method. The research was conducted in 10 elementary schools in the Surakarta City area. The research was conducted from February to March 2023. The sampling technique was random sampling. The sample in this study was 10 elementary schools. The data collection technique is by observation by filling in an observation sheet. The data analysis used is descriptive univariate analysis. The research results show that 80% of elementary schools provide hand washing facilities and soap and are equipped with a good drainage system. The cleanliness and condition of water closets in most schools meets the requirements. However, there are several elementary schools where the ratio of the number of toilets and students does not meet the requirements. There are 80% of schools where clean water sources are located and 70% of schools where the distance between water reservoirs and water closets to the canteen meets the requirements. 70% of schools have a distance between the bathroom or cafeteria and the school canteen < 10 meters. It was concluded that 10 elementary schools in the city of Surakarta were categorized as healthy schools or had good sanitation hygiene. However, there are several sanitation facilities whose existence needs to be optimized so that the level of health can increase. It is recommended for schools to ensure that school areas, including classrooms, toilets and school grounds, are cleaned regularly to prevent the accumulation of rubbish and dirt and it is recommended to provide regular education to students about the cleanliness of the school environment and provide adequate hand washing facilities.</em></p><p><em> </em></p></td></tr></tbody></table></div><strong><em>Keywords: COVID-19, environmental health inspection, elementary school, hygiene sanitation, transition period</em></strong>

UPAYA MENJAGA KONDISI SEKOLAH YANG SEHAT UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MINAT BELAJAR SISWA KELAS III: TINJAUAN TERHADAP KESIAPAN SEKOLAH DALAM MENCIPTAKAN BUDAYA SEKOLAH SEHAT

Healthy school conditions play an important role in increasing student interest in learning. This research focuses on efforts that can be made by schools in maintaining healthy conditions, especially for third grade students. Based on the literature study, it was found that healthy schools have certain characteristics such as a clean learning environment, good air circulation, and adequate hand washing and sanitation facilities. School readiness in creating a healthy school culture can be seen from the active role of the school in educating students about the importance of health, involving parents of students in school health programs, and the involvement of school committees in monitoring and evaluation. In addition, the provision of facilities and hygiene principles is also important to be applied in order to maintain the health of students. Thus, efforts to maintain healthy school conditions can improve the quality of education and increase students' interest in learning in class III.