Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs
A Guide for Schools

A: Successful schools have identified several key factors that contributed to their success, including:

• Take ownership by developing a sense of belonging.
• Conduct a needs assessment.
• Use a calendar to give notice of events.
• Make use of available programs and resources.
• Show enthusiasm.
• Provide professional development for all school staff, family, and community members involved.
• Engage students, teachers, parents, and other school staff in coordinating and leading the CSPAP to ensure implementation is successful.
• Evaluate the program annually to identify areas in which the school is doing well and target areas that need improvement.