In order to be able to assess the success of a program, evaluation methods should be included in the proposal. The following are examples of program evaluation tools that can be helpful in evaluating your program:

Nutrition education evaluation resource:

Contento IR, Randell JS, Basch CE. Review and analysis of evaluation measures used in nutrition education intervention research. Journal of Nutrition Education. 2002;34(1):2-25.

Physical activity evaluation resource:

US Department of Health and Human Service. Physical Activity Evaluation Handbook. Atlanta, GA: US Department of Health and Human Service, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2002.

Outcome evaluation resources:

A survey model and questions on eating and physical activity patterns for teens can be obtained from the Youth Risk Behavior Survey that provides national comparisons and previously-tested questions: (CDC Full Report - PDF)

Please note that since the Youth Risk Behavior Survey was written for teens, it should be adapted for use with younger children. For grades 1-5, questions might need to be read to the children. When assessing kindergarten and preschool children, the questions should be answered by caregivers or parents.

Model Program Evaluation tools

Model and Packaged Programs for nutrition and physical activity also have evaluation tools that can be used or adapted for your program. For more information, review the appropriate program website or contact the program directly.

Note: In addition, to the program evaluation methods submitted in your grant application, all funded programs will receive a specific evaluation form to complete as part of the grant evaluation process.