School Health - Information for Parents

Parents play an important role in the positive development of their children. Involvement in schools is a key part of the child’s learning success.

NOTICE: The "healthy start to schools" examples found in this area of our website were developed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and may not be suitable in the current environment. Please remember the need for physical distancing, hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, and cleaning frequently touched surfaces and toys, when planning activities for children. Learn more →

Resources

Listed below are resources for parents of students in elementary and secondary schools specific to getting involved in your child.

• Parent Tool Kit: Relationships (PDF)
  Guide for parents to help their children and teens build healthy relationships in order to help them succeed at school and throughout life.
• Why Parents Should Be Engaged in Healthy Schools – Elementary Schools (PDF)
• Why Parents Should Be Engaged in Healthy Schools – Secondary Schools (PDF)

More information about parenting

Public Health Staff in schools

Ready For School/Early Child Development Information