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Must have at least 5 members, majority must be parents who are not employed by the school district

Must meet at least four times a year

Parent must be a chair or co-chair

Must make an annual report to the Board with a detailed account of the activities & priorities of the SHAC for that school year

Serves in an advisory capacity to the School Board on specific health related areas. See policy EHAA

SB 460 - added to the responsibilities of the SHAC to recommend policies, procedures, strategies & curriculum appropriate for specific grade levels designed to prevent obesity, cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, & mental health concerns through the coordination of: health education, physical education & physical activity, nutrition services, parental involvement, instruction to prevent the use of tobacco, school health services, counseling & guidance services, a safe & health school environment, & school employee wellness.

HB 1018 - the SHAC shall establish a physical activity & fitness planning subcommittee to consider issues relating to student physical activity & fitness & make policy recommendations to increase physical activity & improve fitness among students.