health 5

1. Healthy School and
Community
Environments

2. Tell something about
the pictures

6. What describes a healthy
community?
A healthy community is described
as a place that is safe and clean
and has improved overall health
and quality of life for group of
individuals living in the same
area. There is a sense of
belongingness and people live
harmoniously and peacefully
together.

7. What are the characteristics
of a healthy school and
community

8. Some essentials
characteristics of a healthy
school or community
1. The school must be a safe
and healthy learning
environment

11. Healthy foods selections are
available and promoted all over
the school. The canteen must
be clean and sanitized.
Eating good foods in a
healthy environment is
essential to promote
learning.

13. Members of the school and
community have access to
educational programs that
provide adequate preparation
in health.
Medical and dental services are
available to support the school or
community with adequate
facilities and supplies to support
the population.

14. 3. There is a health- minded
administration

15. There is a commitment and
cooperation from the
administration and staff to
implement all school policies
regarding health. The school
creates its own policies to
support healthy choices and a
healthier environment for the
welfare of every member of the
community.

16. Health topis are integrated into
other subject areas. Teachers
understand the issues affecting the
learners, and have the skills and
confidence to teach about sentive
yet important issues.
The school community organizes
or promote health, like
intramurals, drug awareness
campaigns, fun run, and health
week.

17. 4. The community dynamically
participates in the activities
5. The building should be
constructed using safe
materials.

18. It should be free from
asbestos and other
hazardous materials. The
paint used in the school and
the community must be lead-
free. Special attention has to
be given to clean restrooms
and food service areas to
comply with sanitation
standards.

20. Water needs to be checked
periodically by government accredited
water testing facilities.
7. Air quality and good ventilation
is also a major concern.

21. Classroom must have adequate cooling
and ventilation for the comfort and
safety of the teachers and learners.
Regular testing of air quality must be
observed and administered by
accredited testing facilities.

22. 8. Science laboratories
must be properly labeled,
classified and securely
stored to avoid accidents.

23. Rate yourself. Answer
the following questions
1.How can you say that a
school’s environment is
healthy?
2.What will the community gain
from having a safe and healthy
school?
3.Why is the participation of the
learners needed in making the
school a healthy place?

26. Good day and
God bless!