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- Title
Process evaluation of the Centrally Procured School Food Program (CPSFP) in Ontario, Canada: school-level perspectives.
- Authors
Ismail, M R; Gilliland, J A; Matthews, J I; Battram, D S
- Abstract
This study explored the implementation of the Centrally Procured School Food Program (CPSFP)—a free, universal, volunteer-led snack program for elementary school children. To assess participants' perceptions and experiences with the CPSFP, interviews were conducted in school-level participants (n = 33) using a semi-structured interview guide. Fifteen on-site visits also were conducted at each school to observe implementation practices. Quantitative data were obtained through a general information form where participants provided school characteristics and weekly logbooks where they described program operations and food quality. Most participants expressed positive perceptions of the CPSFP, identifying it as a valuable program for their students. Successful program implementation was associated with an appreciation for the CPSFP and the participation of the school community. Challenges to program implementation included concerns with the volume and types of food provided, issues with classroom food delivery and distribution and communication challenges. Suggestions for improvement included building capacities and enhancing student engagement in the program. Participants provided an in-depth assessment of the implementation of the CPSFP. The lessons learned and suggestions provided may help not only enhance the reach, feasibility and fidelity of the CPSFP, but inform the best practices for similar programs.
- Subjects
ONTARIO; SNACK foods; SCHOOL health services; FOOD relief; EVALUATION of human services programs; RESEARCH methodology; INTERVIEWING; QUANTITATIVE research; HUMAN services programs; QUALITATIVE research; DESCRIPTIVE statistics; COMMUNICATION; SCHOOL children; DATA analysis software
- Publication
Health Education Research, 2021, Vol 36, Issue 5, p554
- ISSN
0268-1153
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1093/her/cyab023