School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)

What is SHAC?

The School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is an advisory group composed of individuals who represent segments of the community. The group acts collectively to provide advice to the Manor ISD on aspects of the school district's health and wellness program.

Research shows that healthy children do better in school - from attendance and behavior to academics and overall performance.

What does SHAC do?

The SHAC addresses all the following components of a comprehensive school health program and includes representatives from each area. 

• Health Services

• Health Education

• Nutrition Services

• Physical Education 

• Health Promotion for Staff

• Healthy School Environment

• Family/Community Involvement

• Counseling, Psychological & Social Services  

SHAC Goal

The goal of the SHAC is to advise and to make recommendations to the districts decision-makers regarding students, staff and community needs and assets related to health knowledge and skills, policies and procedures that impact student health, and the health of the school environment.

The SHAC meetings will be held quarterly virtually  from 6PM to 7PM.  

Meeting Dates for 2025-26  academic year: 

• August 28, 2025 
• November 20, 2025 ** Note Date Changed to December 4, 2025**
• February 26, 2026
• April 30, 2026
• May 21, 2026

Are you interested in joining the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)? 

Complete our interest form!

• SHAC Flyer
• SHAC Parent Flyer 

 

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For more information, please contact The Health and Wellness Department at (512) 278-4095.

Email Diana Rios-Rodriguez MSN, BSN, RN
Director Health and Wellness