Vernon ISD
School Health Advisory Committee [SHAC]
What is the school health advisory committee?
As defined by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), a School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) is appointed by the school district to serve at the district level and to provide guidance to the district on coordinated school health programming and its impact on student health and learning. The group of individuals represent segments of the community and school district.
Texas law (Texas Education Code, Title 2, Subtitle F, Chapter 28, Subchapter A, §28.004) requires the establishment of a SHAC for every school district. The SHAC is required to meet at least four times each year.
The SHAC assists the districts in ensuring that local community values are reflected in health education instruction. Additionally, SHACs play an important role in strengthening the connection between health and learning. They can help parents and community stakeholders reinforce the knowledge and skills children need to stay healthy for a lifetime.
Public Notice of VISD School Health Advisory Committee Meetings
Location: VISD Boardroom, 1713 Wilbarger Street, Vernon, TX 76384
Time: 4:00 pm
Dates: November 29, 2021 Click on date for agenda and minutes.
December 9, 2021 Click on date for agenda and minutes.
February 8, 2022
June 8, 2022
All meetings will be posted with minutes and a recording.
If you would like to become a member or attend our public meetings, please contact Sarah Swatzell at: sarah.swatzell@visdtx.org
To access the agendas and minutes of the meetings or to view committee members, click the home button at the top of the page.