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ArticleThe Journal of school health2025

Evaluating InPACT Intervention-Context Fit in Resource-Limited School Districts in Central Michigan.

Rebecca E Hasson, Michele Marenus, Amy Wassmann, Andria B Eisman, Thomas Templin, Lexie R Beemer, Tiwaloluwa A Ajibewa, Anna Schwartz, Lynn Malinoff, Ronald F Zernicke

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10 authors.

Rebecca E HassonSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-4526-2656
Michele MarenusSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-9737-8920
Amy WassmannSaginaw Intermediate School District, Saginaw, Michigan, USA.
Andria B EismanCenter for Health and Community Impact, Wayne State University College of Education, Detroit, Michigan, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-4100-6543
Thomas TemplinSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.
Lexie R BeemerSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-1064-1798
Tiwaloluwa A AjibewaSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-5756-5975
Anna SchwartzSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.ORCID 0009-0005-8485-0612
Lynn MalinoffInstitute for the Study of Children, Families, and Communities, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA.
Ronald F ZernickeSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Funding

Preventing Substance Use Among Youth: Behavioral and Economic Impact of Enhanced Implementation Strategies for CommunitiesK01DA044279 · NIDA · WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY · PI EISMAN, ANDRIA B · 2019 to 2023
$874k
Michigan Health Endowment Fund R-2004-146610NIDA NIH HHS K01 DA044279NIH HHS K01DA044279
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMany school-based physical activity (PA) interventions are implemented without adequately assessing their contextual fit, which can hinder their effectiveness and sustainment, ultimately reducing their impact on student health and well-being. This study aimed to assess the pre-implementation fit of the Interrupting Prolonged Sitting with ACTivity (InPACT) classroom PA intervention in one resource-limited intermediate school district (ISD; encompassing 16 local districts and 32 elementary schools) in central Michigan.

methodsAssessments were conducted by the regional school health coordinator and ISD support staff during 2020-2021, using the Hexagon Discussion and Analysis Tool. Ratings on a 5-point Likert scale were totaled for need, fit, support, evidence, usability, and capacity.

resultsThe first assessment score was 19/30; the second assessment score was 28/30, indicating a 47% increase in fit over a year. Field notes revealed a growing need for school-based PA due to limited opportunities during COVID-19. Improvements in support, fit, evidence, usability, and capacity were linked to enhanced knowledge and capacity of the regional school health coordinator. IMPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOL HEALTH POLICY, PRACTICE, AND EQUITY: The initial misalignment between intervention and context highlights the importance of addressing contextual barriers in resource-limited schools to effectively promote PA equity.

conclusionsBy conducting multiple assessments, schools can identify and address barriers to intervention fit, increasing readiness and the likelihood of successful implementation.

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ExerciseHealth PromotionSchool Health ServicesChildCOVID-19HumansMichiganProgram EvaluationSARS-CoV-2SchoolsCOVID‐19 pandemicEPIS frameworkhexagon discussion and analysis toolphysical activity intervention

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PMCPMC12315085

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