Abstract:Consequently, school-based assessments of children's nutrition and physical activity behaviors are central to understanding SNAP-Ed effectiveness. However, collecting this data can be daunting for states and implementing agencies. On the one hand, schools can provide optimal settings for the evaluation of obesity prevention programs: the audience is captive, class turnover is relatively low, and assessment can be incorporated into curricula. 2,3 Conversely, competing demands on the educational system and lack … Show more
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