Table 5.
Activity summary for physical activity objectives (Objective #8, #9)
| Category | Description | Objective number (#) | Distribution and comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Policies | 0/5 schools implemented new physical activity policies | #8, #9 | 5/5 schools had written guidelines and expectations outlined in the school diary prior to the project |
| Programs | 1/5 Walk 2 Where? Curriculum* | #8, #9 | Classroom development activities and assignment (2 hours × 26 weeks × 25 students) |
| 1/5 Walk 2 Where? Whole School Walking Activity | #8, #9 | Whole school walking program (1 term × 1,000 students × 1 year) | |
| 5/5 schools piloted the integration of pedometers into the classroom package | #8, #9 | Classroom activities | |
| 5/5 conducted lunchtime programs | #8, #9 | 231 hours of programs conducted over 3 years - walking groups, dance, martial arts, basketball, soccer and yoga | |
| Activities | 1/5 schools conducted the annual 'Ride 2 School' day (1 per year) | # 8, #9 | Link with Bicycle Victoria 'Ride 2 School Program' (n = 70 students & 10 staff × 2 days per year in 2007 & 2008) |
| 4/5 schools had the 'Go for your life' mobile education unit** attend their school (1 day × 1 year) | #8, #9 | Conducted with junior secondary students (n = 720) | |
| Infrastructure and Equipment | 1/5 schools received funding to built a new bicycle storage facility | #9 | Provide shelter and security for staff and students bicycles |
#, number; M, multiple objectives and/or strategies
* Walk 2 Where? - a whole school walking program designed by students.
** Go for your life mobile education unit -an external program run by the Department of Human Services to educate students on healthy eating and physical activity practices