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Promoting Active Schools in the United States: A Feasibility Study Applying the Interactive Systems Framework
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Abstract
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<jats:title>Purpose</jats:title>
<jats:p>This feasibility study explored the application of the Interactive Systems Framework for Dissemination and Implementation (ISF) to promote physical activity (PA) in elementary schools, leveraging resources from Active Schools.</jats:p>
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<jats:title>Approach</jats:title>
<jats:p>A convergent parallel mixed-methods design was used to examine implementation efforts and student PA outcomes.</jats:p>
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<jats:title>Setting</jats:title>
<jats:p>Data were collected from eight elementary schools across the United States.</jats:p>
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<jats:title>Participants</jats:title>
<jats:p>The study included eight Active Schools Champions (physical education teachers) and 371 students.</jats:p>
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<jats:title>Methods</jats:title>
<jats:p>Champions completed the School Wellness Readiness Assessment (SWRA) and the Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP) Policies and Practices Questionnaire. A survey and interview based on the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) also captured barriers and facilitators. Concurrently, student PA patterns were assessed using the Youth Activity Profile (YAP).</jats:p>
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<jats:title>Results</jats:title>
<jats:p>Schools demonstrated moderate readiness (mean SWRA = 3.7) and implemented an average of 64% of CSPAP best practices. Student PA exceeded national recommendations, averaging 70 minutes per day, with most of this activity occurring during the school day. Organizational barriers, such as a lack of administrative support, were identified.</jats:p>
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<jats:title>Conclusion</jats:title>
<jats:p>The findings document the successful implementation of CSPAP and provide insights into organizational barriers and facilitators. This study highlights the value of accessible, evidence-based resources and needs assessment tools, while also revealing challenges related to time-intensive professional development and disparities in readiness across different school locales. The results will inform future interventions and resources to promote more equitable PA opportunities.</jats:p>
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