This manual for school health programs, developed by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), and the Missouri Association of School Nurses (MASN), addresses the establishment of school district School Health Advisory Committees that include students, families, community representatives, and school staff to provide overall school health program guidance and support.

This model local wellness policy from the Missouri School Board Association addresses the establishment of a district wellness committee that consists of at least one parent, student, nurse or other school health professional, physical education teacher, school food service representative, Board member, school administrator, member of the public, and other community members to assist in planning and implementing the district wellness program.

This webpage provides recommendations for the process of selecting and enacting a well-rounded technology planning committee for a district technology plan, with the goal of integrating technology into the teaching and learning process. The planning committee should include individuals within the district and community.