Looking at Health and Wellness
from a Multi Dimensional
Perspective
Presented by: Michael Thomas, Health Education
Coordinator
Michelle Levine, Counselor
Scott Plymale, Grace Magill Project Consultant
OUTLINE








Context
Mission Statement, Primary Outcome, & Supporting
Objectives
The Wellness Committee & Student Committee
Six Dimensions of Health and Wellness
Large and Small Systems
Evaluation Process
Possible Interventions
Stressed Out Students Overview
MISSION STATEMENT
In keeping with the Jesuit mission of supporting
the needs of the whole person, the mission of
the St. Ignatius Health and Wellness Program is
to foster adolescent well-being by creating an
Ignatian school culture that encourages healthy
lifestyle strategies for all students.
PRIMARY OUTCOME

In order to better assist student achievement of
ESLRs, students will be equipped with up-todate information in a wide range of topics so
that they may make positive, educated choices
that allow them to create a healthy emotional
and physical lifestyle.
SUPPORTING OBJECTIVES





Identify school-wide health and wellness needs.
Educate and provide services for students in all
identified areas of health and wellness.
Educate and provide resources for parents in order
to ensure that students are being supported at
home.
Provide training for teachers in areas of adolescent
social, physical, and emotional well-being.
Promote partnerships with outside agencies.
Physical
Emotional
Safety&
Prevention
Social
Systemic
Program
Spiritual
Individual
Large and Small Systems
Understanding how the parts influence the
whole.
 Examining the health and wellness of a
community.
 Individual vs. Program vs. System
 Examining areas for improvement

Trying to Understand





Building on institutional knowledge and work
already completed by the Health and Wellness
Committee.
Survey a pilot group using a gap survey
The survey compares “ideal” with “current
circumstances”
Helps prioritize and focus intervention efforts.
Helps monitor effectiveness of the program and
outcomes.
Step II
After gathering the results of the pilot survey
the program staff can begin to “digest” the
outcomes with the pilot group.
 The Student Health and Wellness Committee
would make an ideal pilot group.
 Allows program staff to determine the
relevance of survey questions and generate
discussion about holistic wellness models.

Extending it beyond the Norm
Using what we learned from the pilot group.
 Extending the survey to the students, faculty,
administrators and teachers.
 Greatest outcome when all stakeholders
participate.
 By using these surveys, the “gap” between
ideal vs. current situation will become
evident.

Continuum of Services Offered

Tertiary





Secondary




Primary


Individual and Family Therapy
Case Management
Behavior coaching
Social Skills Groups
Youth and Family Outreach
Family Conferencing
Educational Therapy
Grace Magill Wellness Project
Literacy
Teacher Training
PIP
School consultation
Building on Great Things

Understanding what has been done and moving
forward with the knowledge
Linking Edgewood Center Resources with the
School Based Health and Wellness Program
 Fantastic work continues
 Student Health and Wellness Committee, Faculty,
and Administration
 Stressed Out Students Program

Wellness - Social

The social dimension encourages contributing to one's environment and
community.

Emphasizes the interdependence between others and nature.

Awareness of our importance in society as well as the impact we have on
multiple environments.

Actively taking part in improving our world by encouraging healthier living
and initiating better communication with those around you.
Wellness- Spiritual

The spiritual dimension recognizes our search for meaning and purpose in
human existence.

Developing a deep appreciation for the depth and expanse of life and natural
forces that exist in the universe.

Acknowledging that we may experience many feelings of doubt, despair, fear,
disappointment and dislocation as well as feelings of pleasure, joy, happiness
and discovery - these are all important experiences and components to your
search and will be displayed in the value system we will adapt to bring
meaning to your existence.

Our actions become more consistent with your beliefs and values, resulting in
a "world view."
Wellness - Occupational

The occupational dimension recognizes personal satisfaction and enrichment
in one's life through work.

Related to one's attitude about one's work.

Contribute our unique gifts, skills and talents to work that is both personally
meaningful and rewarding.

Convey our values through our involvement in activities that are gratifying.

The choice of profession, job satisfaction, career ambitions, and personal
performance are all important components of our path's terrain.
Wellness - Physical

The physical dimension recognizes the need for regular physical activity.

Optimal wellness is met through the combination of good exercise and eating
habit.

Understanding and appreciating the relationship between sound nutrition and
how our body performs.

The physical benefits of looking good and feeling terrific most often lead to
the psychological benefits of enhanced self-esteem, self-control,
determination and a sense of direction.
Wellness - Intellectual

The intellectual dimension recognizes one's creative, stimulating mental
activities.

Expanding our knowledge and skills while discovering our potential for
sharing their gifts with others.

Cherishing intellectual growth and stimulation.

Exploring issues related to problem solving, creativity, and learning. As we
develop our intellectual curiosity, we will actively strive to expand and
challenge our mind with creative endeavors.
Wellness - Emotional

The emotional dimension recognizes awareness and acceptance of our
feelings.

Emotional wellness includes the degree to which we feel positive and
enthusiastic about ourselves and life.

The capacity to manage our feelings and related behaviors including the
realistic assessment of our limitations, development of autonomy, and ability
to cope effectively with stress.

Awareness of, and accepting a wide range of feelings in ourselves and others
is essential to wellness. We’ll be able to arrive at personal choices and
decisions based upon the synthesis of feelings, thoughts, philosophies, and
behavior.
Wellness – Emotional cont.

Live and work independently while realizing the importance of seeking and
appreciating the support and assistance of others.

Form interdependent relationships with others based upon a foundation of
mutual commitment, trust and respect.

Take on challenges, take risks, and recognize conflict as being potentially
healthy.
Thank You