What is Tennessee Coordinated School Health? The Office of School Health Programs was established by the Tennessee Department of Education in February, 2001. The primary mission of the office is to promote child and adolescent school health programs that improve health outcomes, and support the connection between good health practices, academic achievement, and lifelong wellness. The Office works in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Health in building cooperation and collaboration for implementation of school and community health programs at the state and local level. A Coordinated School Health Partnership (CSHP) is an effective system designed to connect health (physical, emotional and social) with education. This coordinated approach improves childrens health and their capacity to learn through the support of families, communities and the schools working together. The involvement of parents, families and community is the glue that binds the partnership. Full involvement of these entities as partners in the educational (cognitive and intellectual) process brings valuable input to the partnership, increases the commitment of all partners and ensures positive educational and health outcomes.