Students to particpate in state health survey

The Cheney and Medical Lake school districts are participating in the Washington State 2016 Healthy Youth Survey from Oct. 10–21.

The survey includes questions related to physical activity and diet, unintentional and intentional injury, substance use, risk and protective factors, and access to school-based services. Survey results are used by schools, communities and state agencies to plan programs to support youth and reduce their risks.

The Healthy Youth Survey is given to students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12 across Washington state.

Participation in the survey is voluntary and the students’ a...