Introduction

The Texas Comprehensive School Health Network is a collaborative effort of the Texas Department of State Health Services and the regional education service centers. The School Health Specialist at Region 10 ESC provides technical assistance and staff development to support schools with programs and resources related to health and wellness including:

• School Health Advisory Councils
• School Wellness Programs
• Coordinated School Health Education and Services
• School Physical Education
• Coordination/Collaboration of Community Efforts Promoting Healthy Environments
• Continuing education for school nurses
• Regional trainings for the screening of vision, hearing, spinal, and acanthosis nigricans

Program Coordinator:

Linda Tinsley
E-mail: Linda.Tinsley@region10.org
Phone: (972) 348-1380

Consultant:

Victor Cheatham
E-mail: Victor.cheatham@region10.org
Phone: (972) 348-1194

Administrative Assistant:

Amy King
E-Mail: Amy.King@region10.org
Phone: (972) 348-1432