HMS, HIC EQ-Bank 089

The NSW Department of Education is evaluating the effectiveness of various school-based health promotion models.

Identify two health promotion approaches commonly implemented in secondary schools. (1 mark)

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Discuss the effectiveness of each approach in improving student health and wellbeing. (5 marks)

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a. Health promotion approaches could include:

Healthy Canteen Program, Anti-Bullying Policy, physical activity promotion.

b. Healthy Canteen Program (using PEEL method):

*PEEL – Solution is structured using separate PEEL methods for each side of the argument; [P] Identify the point, [E] expand on the point with a link to question asked, [Ev] apply evidence/examples, [L] linking sentence back to question.

[P] The NSW Healthy Canteen Strategy effectively improves student nutrition by promoting healthier alternatives.
[E] School canteens report reduced sugary drink consumption and increased fresh food sales.
[Ev] Studies show compliant canteens correlate with improved student concentration.
[L] Environmental changes positively shape dietary choices.
[P] However, implementation challenges limit effectiveness.
[E] Rural schools struggle with higher costs and limited suppliers.
[Ev] Research reveals student “workarounds” like purchasing from nearby shops.
[L] The strategy requires approaches that broaden the “healthier” options available to students.

Anti-Bullying Policy (using PEEL method):

[P] School anti-bullying policies create safer learning environments through clear reporting pathways and consequences.
[E] Students in schools with robust policies report feeling more secure and supported by staff.
[Ev] Research indicates consistent policy enforcement can reduce bullying incidents by up to 20%.
[L] Well-implemented policies significantly improve mental health outcomes and school attendance.
[P] However, anti-bullying policies face implementation challenges that limit effectiveness.
[E] Many policies fail to address cyberbullying adequately as technology evolves.
[Ev] Studies show policy success depends heavily on consistent staff enforcement.
[L] Effective policies require ongoing adaptation and whole-school commitment.

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a. Health promotion approaches could include:

Healthy Canteen Program, Anti-Bullying Policy, physical activity promotion.

b. Healthy Canteen Program (using PEEL method):

[P] The NSW Healthy Canteen Strategy effectively improves student nutrition by promoting healthier alternatives.
[E] School canteens report reduced sugary drink consumption and increased fresh food sales.
[Ev] Studies show compliant canteens correlate with improved student concentration.
[L] Environmental changes positively shape dietary choices.
[P] However, implementation challenges limit effectiveness.
[E] Rural schools struggle with higher costs and limited suppliers.
[Ev] Research reveals student “workarounds” like purchasing from nearby shops.
[L] The strategy requires approaches that broaden the “healthier” options available to students.

Anti-Bullying Policy (using PEEL method):

[P] School anti-bullying policies create safer learning environments through clear reporting pathways and consequences.
[E] Students in schools with robust policies report feeling more secure and supported by staff.
[Ev] Research indicates consistent policy enforcement can reduce bullying incidents by up to 20%.
[L] Well-implemented policies significantly improve mental health outcomes and school attendance.
[P] However, anti-bullying policies face implementation challenges that limit effectiveness.
[E] Many policies fail to address cyberbullying adequately as technology evolves.
[Ev] Studies show policy success depends heavily on consistent staff enforcement.
[L] Effective policies require ongoing adaptation and whole-school commitment.