According to the USDA Final Rule, Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) must conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Local School Wellness Policy (LSWP) a minimum of once every three years, beginning no later than June 30, 2021. The Triennial Assessment requires LEAs to assess compliance with their LSWP and to make this assessment available to the public. The Triennial Assessment is comprised of four components:

 

 

Introduction to the Template

 

The California LSWP (CA LSWP) Collaborative, in collaboration with the California Department of Education (CDE) developed this template to assist LEAs with conducting the required Triennial Assessment. LEAs are strongly encouraged, but not required, to use this template when conducting Triennial Assessments. To align closely with the Final Rule Requirements, the Triennial Assessment Template includes four sections- one for each component.