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Oral Health Matters: Listen to Our Beyond Bandaids Children's Dental Health Episode

By NASN Inc posted 4 days ago
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School nurses are often the first to recognize dental pain—and the first to help families find solutions. Our newest Beyond Bandaids episode, featuring leaders from the Give Kids A Smile program and Grand County School District nurse Mary Frothingham, RN, MSN, BA, highlights real stories, practical partnerships, and actionable ideas to improve children's oral health. 🎧 Listen now. ...

NASN 2026 Legislative Priorities: Advancing Student Health Through Policy

By NASN Inc posted 10 days ago
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NASN's 2026 legislative priorities call on Congress to pass the bipartisan Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere (NURSE) Act to expand access to school nurses, protect the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) within the U.S. Department of Education, and reauthorize Title VIII Nursing Workforce Development Programs that support nursing education and the future workforce. Together, these policies help ensure students are healthy, safe, and ready to learn — and that school nurses have the support needed to serve their communities. Visit NASN's Advocacy Action Center for a simple way to advocate on the issues that matter most ...

Connect, Collaborate, and Grow with NASN SIGs

By NASN Inc posted 13 days ago
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NASN Special Interest Groups (SIGs) bring members together around shared passions and professional focus areas. Join a SIG to network with peers, exchange best practices, and access mentorship and resources tailored to your practice. Current SIGs include: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Private, Independent, and Parochial School Nurses School Nurse Administrators School Nurse Educators Special Needs School Nurses

Introducing School Health Headlines — The Stories, Research, and Updates Shaping School Nursing

By NASN Inc posted 18 days ago
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On Tuesday, February 10, NASN launched School Health Headlines , our new weekly newsletter produced with Naylor. Delivered every Tuesday afternoon, it curates the stories shaping school health across the country — including school nurses in the news, timely student health topics, important policy developments, and featured articles from The Journal of School Nursing and NASN School Nurse . Can't find School Health Headlines in your inbox? SUBSCRIBE NOW! To ensure you receive future issues and prevent them from going to spam, you may need to add Naylor as a safe sender in your email contacts. LEARN HOW.

2026 NASN Distinguished Service and Recognition Awards: Nominations Due March 1

By NASN Inc posted 20 days ago
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NASN is seeking nominations for the 2026 NASN Distinguished Service and Recognition Awards. Would you like to recognize an organization or individual that has provided outstanding service, consistently supported, or uniquely contributed to NASN, a special NASN project, school nursing, or school health services at a national level? Learn more about the awards and nomination process. Please submit your nominations by March 1, 2026 .

Now Available: School Nurse Day 2026 Proclamation and Logo

By NASN Inc posted 28 days ago
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The proclamation and logo for National School Nurse Day on May 6, 2026, are available now to support early outreach and recognition efforts. Proclamation requests may take up to eight weeks to process. A social media toolkit will be released in April to help amplify the vital role and impact of school nurses nationwide.

A Message from the NASN President

By Lynn Nelson, MSN, RN, NCSN posted 01-29-2026
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I am shocked and deeply grief-stricken by the recent ICE-related events, including the tragic death of a nurse last week. This moment is not abstract for me. One of my adult children owns a home very close to where George Floyd, Renee Good, and Alex Pretti were killed. After George Floyd's murder, when the National Guard was marching outside of their home, their neighbor was shot in the face with a rubber bullet simply for sitting on her porch. They left for several weeks at that point for their own safety. About six months ago, my child and their spouse rented their home and left the country. While many saw that as an extreme step, they told us then that something ...

New Year, New Goals: Help Students Quit Vaping for a Healthier Future (Sponsored Content)

By NASN Inc posted 01-29-2026
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This content is sponsored by NASN Strategic Sponsor UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights. As the calendar flips to January, conversations about New Year’s resolutions fill classrooms and hallways. For students who vape, this season presents a life-changing opportunity to quit and embrace a fresh start. Last year, more than two-thirds of middle and high school students who vape reported trying to quit. As trusted health professionals, school nurses are uniquely positioned to guide students toward healthier choices and help them turn their resolutions into reality. The State of Youth Vaping In 2019, at the height of the youth vaping epidemic, ...

NASN Names Congresswoman Jen Kiggans as 2026 Lillian Wald Award Recipient

By NASN Inc posted 01-28-2026
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printable version For Immediate Release January 28, 2026 Contact: Jennifer McNally National Association of School Nurses jmcnally@nasn.org SILVER SPRING, MD — The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) has named Congresswoman Jen Kiggans of Virginia’s Second Congressional District as the recipient of the 2026 Lillian Wald Legislator/Public Policy Award for her introduction of the NURSE (Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere) Act . Named for Lillian Wald, the first school nurse, the award recognizes a legislator or public policy official who has supported or uniquely contributed to NASN, school nursing, or school health ...

New NASN Position Brief: Nurse as a Legally Protected Title in Schools

By NASN Inc posted 01-23-2026
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Protecting the title nurse protects your role—and the students you serve! NASN affirms that the title nurse is a legally protected title that applies only to the professional registered nurse (RN), the licensed practical nurse (LPN), the licensed vocational nurse (LVN), or an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN). Individuals who are not licensed nurses may not use or practice under the title nurse or school nurse . Protecting this title is essential to the health, safety, and well-being of students and school communities. View the position brief .

Beyond Bandaids: How We Build the Next Generation of School Nurses

By NASN Inc posted 01-22-2026
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In the latest episode of Beyond Bandaids, National Association of School Nurses CEO Terri Hinkley is joined by Matt Hickling, Chief Nursing Officer of Davin Healthcare, for a timely conversation about school nurse workforce challenges and the future of school health services. Drawing on his experience as a school medical director and advanced practice provider, Hickling discusses why traditional staffing models no longer reflect the realities of today’s student populations and why workforce solutions must be tailored to community needs rather than relying on outdated nurse-to-student ratios. The episode explores innovative, evidence-based ...

Shout Out to These 2025 #NASNStrong Influencers!

By NASN Inc posted 01-15-2026
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A Huge Thank-You to the 2025 #NASNStrong Influencers! Through the NASN Strong member-to-member initiative, NASN members earn e-commerce credits when the school nurses they refer join. More importantly, these referrals help ensure more school nurses are informed, connected, and supported. Learn more about NASN Strong and how you can participate Terrah Abbey Cassandra Cook Kelli Haynes Patricia Lynn Elizabeth Riley Nicola al Khatib Paula Coumou Danielle Hebeler Dawn MacAdams Debra Robarge Nicole Alcorn Roberta Cox Danielle Heinsohn Caitlin Marsh Barbara Roemer Nanette Allison Christina ...

NASN Job Announcement: Apply or Share

By NASN Inc posted 01-12-2026
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NASN is currently accepting applications through January 21, 2026, for the Nursing Education and Practice Specialist position . Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply; others are invited to share this opportunity with their networks.

NASN Statement on CDC Vaccine Recommendations

By NASN Inc posted 01-07-2026
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The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) expresses serious concern regarding reports that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced changes to childhood immunization recommendations that reduce the number of vaccines recommended for U.S. children. Changes of this magnitude, when not grounded in rigorous, transparent, and evidence-based review, risk undermining prevention efforts, creating confusion for families, and destabilizing immunization implementation in schools. These changes risk increasing public questioning regarding vaccines, reinforcing the false perception that vaccines are optional rather than essential for public health. ...

Giving That Makes a Real Impact for School Nurses & Schools

By NASN Inc posted 01-06-2026
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Each year, the NASN President's Endowment Fund Challenge supports grants, scholarships, and research that strengthen school nursing and expand access to high-quality school health services. President Lynn Nelson's theme— Leading with Courage, Clarity & Purpose —reflects the urgency of this work. Your gift of any amount helps sustain and grow this impact.

NASN Office Closed 12/24/25 – 01/02/26

By NASN Inc posted 12-23-2025
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The NASN office will be closed for the holidays from December 24, 2025, through January 2, 2026 , and will reopen on January 5, 2026 . Best wishes for the holidays and the New Year!

Stay Connected With the Latest in School Health and School Nursing

By NASN Inc posted 12-19-2025
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NASN members receive journal subscriptions to NASN School Nurse and The Journal of School Nursing (JOSN) —trusted, peer-reviewed resources that keep you informed on the latest clinical guidance, research, and emerging issues in school health. Sign up to receive content alerts for new articles, issues, and research delivered directly to your inbox. It's an easy way to stay current and support evidence-based school nursing practice. Get NASN School Nurse Alerts Get JOSN Alerts Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay supported with NASN.

Make Sure You’re Getting the Most from NASN

By NASN Inc posted 12-15-2025
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Before the year ends, take a moment to update your NASN profile with your latest contact information, demographics, and professional interests. A current profile helps us deliver resources, events, and opportunities that match your needs. Review and update your contact information. Update your demographics, area of practice, and mailing list preferences . Update your bio and areas of expertise .

Your Voice, Your Leadership: Get to Know the 2026 Election Candidates

By NASN Inc posted 12-11-2025
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The 2026 NASN election is approaching! Learn more about the dedicated candidates stepping up for Vice President and Nominating Committee Member. Voting will be held online in spring 2026, and your participation helps shape NASN's future. If your NASN membership type contains the word "Active," you are eligible to vote .

Featured Learning Opportunity: Innovations in Diabetes Management

By NASN Inc posted 12-08-2025
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From Data to Dialogue: A 56-Week Study of Inhaled Insulin in Pediatrics introduces inhaled insulin and its potential impact on students' daily diabetes management at school. It includes a brief orientation to using inhaled technosphere insulin, key findings from the 56-week INHALE-1 pediatric trial, and a Q&A addressing implications for school nursing practice. This program is the second of a series of educational activities for school nurses focused on emerging technology in insulin delivery. See also Inhaled Insulin on the Horizon: What School Nurses Need to Know .