1. Kentucky Students’ Health and Academic Achievement

2. YOUTH RISK BEHAVIOR SURVEY (YRBS)

3. What is the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS)? A nationwide survey produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to monitor the six health-risk behaviors of youth: – Physical activity – Dietary behaviors – Tobacco use – Alcohol and other drug use – Behaviors that contribute to unintentional injuries and violence (including suicide) – Sexual risk behaviors Data is collected every other year, during the odd numbered years, in grades 6-8 and 9-12

4. How is YRBS Data Used? Describe risk behaviors Create awareness Set program goals Develop programs and polices Support health-related legislation Seek funding

5. For More Information on the YRBS, Contact: Stephanie Bunge, School Health Consultant Coordinated School Health Team Kentucky Department of Education 500 Mero Street, 19 th Floor Frankfort, KY 40601 (502) 564-2706 Stephanie.bunge@education.ky.gov

6. KENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

7. * 2011 Kentucky High School YRBS

15. KENTUCKY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

16. * 2011 Kentucky Middle School YRBS