MANAGEMENT OF HEALTH-PROMOTING SCHOOLS UNDER THE BURIRAM PRIMARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA OFFICE 3

Abstract

This research article aims to: 1) examine the opinions of personnel regarding the management of health-promoting schools in schools under the jurisdiction of the Buriram Primary Educational Service Area Office 3 2) compare the level of opinions of personnel regarding the management of health-promoting schools under the Buriram Primary Educational Service Area Office 3, categorized by school size and work experience and 3) explore the management approach for health-promoting schools under the Buriram Primary Educational Service Area Office 3. The sample used in this research consisted of 331 personnel from schools under the Buriram Primary Educational Service Area Office 3, selected through stratified random sampling. The data collection tools included a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire and semi-structured interviews, with an IOC value ranging from 0.80 to 1.00 and a reliability coefficient of 0.81. Statistical methods used for data analysis included frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, F-test, and pairwise comparison using the Scheffé method.

The results of the study showed that

1. The overall management of health-promoting schools under the Buriram Primary Educational Service Area Office 3 was rated at a high level. The comparison of opinions based on school size and work experience revealed no significant differences.

2.The approach to improving the management of health-promoting schools found that schools should establish policies and management strategies focusing on the comprehensive development of both students' and staff's health. This includes promoting physical and social health, developing community-based projects, student health care, creating health-supportive school environments, providing health services, promoting proper nutrition, organizing physical activities, offering social counseling, and promoting staff health. Cooperation and coordination among teachers, students, parents, and the community are essential for successful implementation.