The Jackson Parish School Health Advisory Committee will meet at 1:00 pm on December 16, 2025, at the Jonesboro Middle School Library. The public is invited to attend, where topics of the School Health Index, the Annual Safe School Report, Flu Clinic, Telemed, Narcan, Epi Pens, and other school health initiatives will be discussed. 

A School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) is a school board-appointed group of parents, staff, community members, and students that advises on student health programs, creating a healthier school environment by recommending policies for nutrition, physical activity, mental health, ensuring community values are reflected in health education, and more. These councils are vital for linking health to learning, often focusing on areas like health education, services, physical education, nutrition, and staff wellness, serving as a bridge between the school and community.

SHAC Key Functions

Policy Development: Recommending health-related policies for the school district, keeping them updated with local and federal guidelines.
Program Guidance: Advising on health education, physical education, nutrition, and mental/social health programs.
Community Connection: Ensuring local values are part of health instruction and promoting wellness to the wider community.
Needs Assessment: Evaluating the school’s health status and identifying areas for improvement in programs.
Support & Advocacy: Acting as a liaison for health initiatives and supporting school-level wellness