Email from National Association of School Nurses Weekly Digest from NASN View as Webpage May 15, 2025 NURSE Act Introduced on School Nurse Day View the press release. 2025 NASN Election See election results. Latest from NASN See more. Upcoming Events See more. Weekly Digest Archive See past issues. President's Message May marks National Adolescent Health Month™ (NAHM™), and we are joining the HHS Office of Population Affairs (OPA) to highlight ways parents and caregivers can play a critical role in supporting adolescent health and development. Caring adults ensure that young people are safe and healthy while also helping to equip them with the skills and resources to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. When caring adults are well-informed and well-equipped, they are better prepared to understand the challenges that young people face. School nurses support adolescents in addressing critical healthcare needs, ensuring students can thrive in the classroom during NAHM™ and beyond. NASN advocates for the well-being and safety of all students and is committed to advocating for health equity for all children and youth in the country. Be sure to check out all of the School Nurses in the News further down in this issue, which celebrates and acknowledges the accomplishments of school nurses everywhere and their efforts to meet the needs of today’s students. Kate King, DNP, MS, RN, LSN NASN President Better Health. Better Learning.™   NASN News and Highlights Share and Discover the Value of NASN Membership NASN provides essential tools, expert content, and a powerful professional network designed specifically for school nurses. If you’re passionate about supporting your peers, the Membership Guide for School Nurses makes it easy to share the benefits and highlight how NASN meets their real-world needs. Want to Earn Credits Toward NASN Membership and More? Get rewarded for supporting your peers!   Paid advertisement With the NASN Strong initiative, members can earn credits that apply to: Membership dues Event registrations Merchandise Publications It’s simple: Share the value of NASN membership, help others join, and enjoy exclusive rewards in return. Video Resources Added to NASN’s Immunization Webpage NASN's topical online resource pages are organized by relevant health and practice topics, providing clear and actionable guidance for school nurses. Visit NASN's Immunizations resource web page to find the newly added Four-Part Pediatric Vaccination Video Series from the Public Health Foundation, designed to improve pediatric vaccination rates, reduce vaccine hesitancy among parents and caregivers, and promote equitable access to healthcare and workforce development. You can also explore the Explainer Videos from Champions for Vaccine Education, Equity and Progress (CVEEP) to learn and share information about vaccine development, how vaccines work, how viruses change, and much more related to this topic.   The following are paid advertisements   See what 7 out of 10 pediatricians prescribe for head lice! Learn more       Explore an Award-Winning EHR Empower school nurses, mental health providers, and administrators with a comprehensive school health management solution, and protect health professionals with legally defensible documentation.   School Nurses in the News This section highlights news stories featuring NASN and school nurses. If you have a story about school nurses you'd like us to consider including, please send it to us. To Improve Student Mental Health, Stop Overlooking School Nurses (Source: nea.org) Maine School Nurses Go Beyond Bandages to Keep Students Healthy (Source: newscentermaine.com) APS Honors Kristin Grenemeyer as School Nurse of the Year (Source: aps.edu) Health Groups Call On RFK, Jr., to Restore Fired Staff in Lead Prevention, Other Environmental Health Programs (Source: cspinet.org) Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Bolster Nursing at High-Need Schools (Source: thewellnews.com) IPS’ Megan Carlson Named Indiana’s School Nurse Administrator of the Year (Source: myips.org Columbus School Nurse Deborah Strouse Honored as Fellow in National Academy of School Nursing (Source: hoodline.com) School Nurses Call On Lawmakers to Address Shortages, Vaccinations (Source: wgal.com) District to Celebrate National School Nurses Day on May 7 (Source: aldineisd.org) West Orange High School Nurse Recognized for School Nurse Day (Source: woboe.org)   Celebrating Our School Nurses (Source: youtube.com) School Nurse Spotlights – National School Nurse Day (Source: philasd.org) Celebrating and Recognizing Cobb's 160 School Nurses (Source: cobbk12.org) CCSD Celebrates National School Nurse Day, May 7 (Source: newsroom.ccsd.net) New Mexico Health Department Reports Measles Spread to Fifth County (Source: sourcenm.com) Ephrata School Nurse Ensures Students Thrive Despite Medical Needs (Source: columbiabasinherald.com) Local School Nurse Celebrated During School Nurse Appreciation Day (Source: youtube.com) Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Vital Role of School Nurses (Source: thechicagolandjournal.com) Laurel Elementary School Nurses Recognized (Source: wmdt.com) Celebrating Nurses Everywhere (Source: benitolink.com) Special School’s Pupils Are Helped by Very Special Nursing Staff (Source: insidecroydon.com)   Still Time to Register for Virtual NASN2025 – Secure Your Spot Today! NASN2025 Key Details Registration Rates Join NASN first and save! Make your travel plans. Learning: NCPD info View the agenda: In-Person or Virtual. Check out the conference blogs. See the FAQs. Have a group of 10 or more? A 10% discount may apply. Contact Christopher Cephas at [email protected] We want to ensure you don't miss out on up to 20.0 NCPD contact hours and the opportunity to connect with peers from across the United States and worldwide at Virtual NASN2025! Taking place July 7–9, 2025, this immersive online experience offers the benefits of accessibility, flexibility, reduced costs, and enhanced engagement. With a mix of live-streamed sessions and on-demand content, this conference event is designed to accommodate diverse learning styles and busy schedules. All sessions will be recorded and available for viewing through October 10, 2025.   Managing Chronic Health Conditions Food Allergy Awareness Week is May 11-17! A safe, supportive environment is essential for students with allergies. School nurses play a key role in protecting these students and managing allergies and anaphylaxis to ensure their well-being and academic success.  Join FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) in spreading the truth about food allergies. Share their "Food Allergy Myths and Facts" resource to help educate your school and community. Teachers, administrators, nurses, and parents will benefit from FARE's training and webinar resources on meeting the needs of students with food allergies. Related NASN Resources: Emergency Medications Toolkit Improving Care Coordination for Students With Chronic Health Conditions Toolkit   Improving School Community & Student Health Your 2 Minutes Can Transform EHR Documentation Burden Help shape a better healthcare environment for both patients and healthcare professionals by taking the AMIA’s TrendBurden survey. TrendBurden is the only national survey dedicated to assessing documentation burden among all healthcare workers who interact with electronic health records. Your voice matters in creating a healthcare system that works better for everyone. Take the survey. Clean Air at School | Join the Clean Air School Challenge Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools is detrimental to student attendance and performance, especially for those with asthma. Schools can make a difference by implementing policies and practices that promote good IAQ. Advocate for your school to join the Clean Air School Challenge! Request a school nurse template letter: [email protected]. Learn more about school IAQ and the Clean Air School Challenge. Legislation to Improve Eye Care Access & Health Outcomes for Children Prevent Blindness applauds the reintroduction of the "Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act (EDVI)" in the U.S. House of Representatives (H.R. 2527). NASN supports this bipartisan legislation, which will establish grants for states and communities to improve systems of care that will ensure that every child in the United States has the chance for early identification and vision care coordination of potential vision problems. Learn more. 2025 National Speech-Language-Hearing Month National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, formerly known as Better Hearing and Speech Month, is observed each May to raise awareness about communication disorders and the importance of early intervention and support for individuals with speech, language, and hearing needs. Learn more and discover featured topics and resources from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).   Mark Your Calendar   In-Person | June 26-29 | Austin, Texas Virtual | July 7-9 | Online Join us in person, virtually, or both! Don't miss the chance to connect, strengthen your skills, share knowledge, and collaborate. Learn more and register.   State Associations of School Nurses' Conferences 2025 Nebraska School Nurse Association Summer Conference - June 2-3. Learn more. Mississippi School Nurse Association Conference 2025 - Together For Health - June 3-5. Learn more. Alabama Association of School Nurses Annual Conference - June 3-5. Learn more. New Mexico School Nurse Association Annual Conference - June 9-11. Learn more. School Nurses Organization of Arizona 36th Annual School Health Conference - Protect Your Practice: Emergency and Legal Preparedness - June 12-13. Learn more. 2025 South Dakota School Nurses Association Annual Conference - A GRAND SLAM of Networking Opportunities - July 15-17. Learn more. 2025 Annual Statewide Summer Conference for Kansas School Nurses - Navigating School Nurse Practice Toward Brighter Futures - July 22-24. Learn more. NASN Calendar of Events This calendar includes upcoming events hosted by NASN and NASN affiliate school nurse organizations. Access the calendar. 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