Formulation of indicators for a healthy weight promoting school.
- Author:
Merlyn G. TAJAN
;
Celeste C. TANCHOCO
;
Ermelita N. BAUTISTA
- Publication Type:Journal Article, Original
- Keywords: IndicatorsHealthy Weight Promoting SchoolDevelopment Process
- MeSH: Weight
- From: Journal of the Philippine Medical Association 2009;88(1):19-25
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Background. The kineti-kids program is an innovative, holistic approach which focuses on nutrition education, physical activity and formulation of indicators for healthy weight promoting school. Objective. This paper aimed to present the formulation of indicators for a healthy weight promoting school. Methods. The following basic protocols were undertaken: creation of a Technical Working Group (TWG), formulation of draft indicators, Nominal Group Technique (NGT) workshop, finalization of indicators and lastly, presentation of indicators. Results. The stakeholders formed the TWG to initiate the development of indicators for a healthy weight promoting school. The TWG formulated the draft indicators which were discussed in a nominal group technique session to determine their relevance and appropriateness. The group consensus on indicators toward establishing responsibilities, one working as a facilitator and others as a recorder. The first NGT workshop was participated in by representatives from different agencies like: the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI), Department of Education (DepEd), National Nutrition Council (NNC), Department of Health (DOH), University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman, St. Scholastica's College, and Mc Donalds. The workshop identified indicators for school policy on nutrition and health, physical activity, nutrition and health curriculum, physical education curriculum and health / nutrition services and family / community involvement. For the finalization of indicators, the same set of participants rated each indicator as to top priority. The indicators were revised according to rank. The final indicator was presented in a seminar workshop. Conclusion and recommendation. Major stakeholders collaborated their effort in the development of indicators which can be used as basis for evaluating a healthy weight promoting school. Action taken by schools, families, and communities to promote healthy weight will contribute to children feeling better and improving their academic access. It is recommended that the school, family and community partner together, combine resources and provide an integrated and systematic approach to promoting good nutrition and physical activity, creating environment for successful learning in the schools and healthy living in the community.