A Guide For School Districts and their Partners This guidebook is a comprehensive approach to oral health education policy in schools. It is a helpful tool for school board members and superintendents to develop local polices to address oral health in their schools. |  | | | View PDF - Share |
The California School Boards Association and the Dental Health Foundation created a guidebook to address oral health in schools. This is the first time in California that the education and oral health communities have collaborated in developing a comprehensive approach to assist school districts deal with the complexities of oral health education and prevention. The primary objectives are: - Educate school board members and communities on the critical link between oral health and academic achievement
- Develop a policy framework that supports local organization and solutions
- Share knowledge of best oral health practices in schools
- Encourage school-based oral health projects and partnerships in local communities
- Develop a comprehensive guide to oral health community services
Intended for school board members and administrators, the guidebook: - Delivers education and training for school board members and communities
- Provides tools and sample policies to support an effective oral health infrastructure
- Identifies and communicates best practices among school districts
- Supports project development and partnerships in local communities
- Offers ideas for initiatives and partnerships in local communities
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