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As we approach the end of the first quarter, one of the most time-consuming tasks for every class adviser is accomplishing the School Form 8 (SF8), or the Learner’s Basic Health and Nutrition Report. Accurately measuring and categorizing every student’s nutritional status—from Severely Wasted to Obese—requires precision and patience.
To help our fellow educators save time and reduce errors, we are sharing an Automated SF8 Excel Template. This tool does the heavy lifting for you, allowing you to focus more on teaching and less on data entry.
What is the SF8 (School Form 8)?
The SF8 is a mandatory DepEd report that tracks the health and nutritional status of learners. It includes vital data such as:
- Weight (kg) and Height (m)
- Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation
- BMI Category (Severely Wasted, Wasted, Normal, Overweight, Obese)
- Height-for-Age (HFA) (Severely Stunted, Stunted, Normal, Tall)
Key Features of This Automated SF8 Template
This isn't just a digital version of the paper form. I’ve added features to ensure accuracy and speed:
- Instant BMI Calculation: Enter the height and weight, and the formula automatically generates the BMI.
- Automatic Categorization: The tool uses the latest WHO Growth Reference standards to categorize BMI and HFA results instantly.
- Summary Table Generation: No more manual counting! The summary tables for both Male and Female learners update in real-time.
- Error Prevention: Built-in data validation prevents common mistakes like entering text in number fields.
Pro-Tip: Make sure your computer’s date format is set to
MM/DD/YYYYto ensure the "Age" column calculates correctly!
How to Use the Automated SF8
- Download the file via the link below.
- Input Learner Data: Copy and paste your class list from SF1 or SF2.
- Enter Measurements: Encode the weight (in kilograms) and height (in meters).
- Review & Print: Check the summary table to ensure all learners are accounted for, then print on A4 size paper.
DOWNLOAD LINK: Automated SF8 Template
