Subject:  A School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is a group appointed by the school district to serve at the district level. SHAC members come from different areas of the community and from within the school district. SHACs help districts ensure local community values are reflected in health education instruction.  Additionally, SHACs play an important role in strengthening the connection between health and learning.  They can help parents and community stakeholders reinforce the knowledge and skills children need to stay healthy for a lifetime.