The Alamance-Burlington School System School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is an advisory group composed of individuals selected from various health and education segments of the community who partner together in providing advice to the school system on aspects of the school health program. The members of SHAC are appointed by the school system. The SHAC annually develops an action plan to guide the council’s work and activities by developing a goal statement, objectives and strategies with measurable outcomes.

In Alamance County SHAC has a long history. The first SHAC met from May 30, 1985 until May 22, 1996 when Burlington City School System merged with Alamance County Schools. The newly merged Alamance-Burlington School System continued to have a School Health Advisory Council and has continued to meet until the present time. The health of young people is directly tied to academic achievement and overall quality of life. Realizing that the school system cannot solve or prevent health challenges alone, the School Health Advisory Council continues to enhance the school’s ability to have a positive impact on student health.