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May 5, 2016

National School Nurse Day_ May 11_ 2016
We treat every day as Student Day! Our students are the center of our focus and care.
 
On Wednesday, May 11, let's recognize the extraordinary role you play in the lives of children by repeating and sharing this key message from the Better Health. Better Learning.TM e-toolkit.


School Nursing . . . A Profession That Makes a Difference

You are the face of nursing for the more than 50 million children in schools. It is highly likely that more people have interacted with a school nurse than any other nursing specialty.

 Visit this year's campaign page and let's celebrate on National School Nurse Day!


Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN
NASN President
@bethmattey

BETTER HEALTH. BETTER LEARNING.™
News from NASN
The Votes Are In ... 2016 NASN Election Results Announced

Congratulations to NASN Vice President Sue Zacharski (Michigan) who has been re-elected to a second term and to Rhoda Shepherd (Iowa) who has been elected to the nominating committee for a two-year term. Thank you to all our candidates - school nurse leaders who are willing to step forward to propel the profession and the association's mission. Meet NASN's leaders.
It's Easy and Rewarding to Join NASN

Did you know that NASN members have subscriptions to school nursing journals in print and on the web? Did you also know that NASN members are part of an online community with 16,000+ school nurses who share knowledge and ideas? See what else is waiting for you when you join NASN.
Tell Us All About It!

For National School Nurse Day, honor your efforts by letting NASN know how you have or will use the Framework for 21st Century School Nursing PracticeTM in your practice. Read Erin Maughan's brief blog entry for more information or send your story to Erin [emaughan@nasn.org] directly.
Step Up and Be Counted!

Have you collected data regarding workforce, chronic conditions, and/or health office visits? If so, your data can enrich the Step Up and Be Counted! Initiative. Contact the data champion in your state for help with sharing data and be sure to share the information with your principals and local leaders. It is time to Step up & Be Counted!
NASN Employment Center

Employment opportunities are added regularly to fill positions of interest to school nurse professionals.Visit the employment center on NASN.org for current listings. 
NASN2016 Annual Conference Corner
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One in Five Conference Goers are First-Timers

If you are or will be a first-timer, we've got some important information for you! Your first NASN conference should be a memorable and rewarding experience. Find tips to make your planning and attendance less overwhelming.
Register by May 16th to Avoid Higher Registration Rates

Save by registering early. You can also save if you bundle your registration with a syllabus. Find a colleague to room with and save on hotel fees. Join school nurses from around the country and globe for NASN2016.
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Suspending Mail Delivery During the Summer Months

If you would like to suspend discussion list email during the summer months, you can do so in your SchoolNurseNet profile. Go to SchoolNurseNet, select Profile, select My Account, select Community Notifications, then choose No Email. Just remember to reverse these changes when you return from summer break!
Headlines
National School Nurse Day Set for May 11

The Daily Reporter
'The National Association of School Nurses applauds the contributions school nurses make every day to improve the safety, health, and academic success of all students. The theme this year is School Nurses: Better Health. Better Learning.TM .' Access article.
Thank A Teacher
Celebrating Teachers this Week!
May 2-6, 2016

Join the National Association of School Nurses in honoring our teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week! Access celebration resources at the National Education Association and visit AFT for additional PreK-12 public education resources.
Growing up During a Heroin Epidemic

The Christian Science Monitor
People who get hooked on painkillers or heroin or any other substance "aren't bad people trying to get good. They are sick people trying to get well," says Rebecca King, a school nurse in Delaware [and NASN Board Member] who co-authored a 2015 position paper by the National Association of School Nurses endorsing naloxone in schools. Access article.
New Flood Communication Resources 

The National Public Health Information Coalition recently launched this one-stop-shop of flood communication resources as part of its partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These resources offer specific information related to schools for now and future use. 
Upcoming Events
Making the Connection: Climate Changes Allergies and Asthma Webinar

May 9, 2016, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Eastern
Participants will discover how climate change conditions adversely impact allergies and asthma. This is the first in a series of 4 webinars co-sponsored by the American Public Health Association and ecoAmerica which explores the connection between climate change and key areas of our health: allergies and asthma; health risks in children; mental health; and transportation and healthy community design as a mitigation approach. Register today. 
In Honor of Nurses Webinar

May 10, 2016, 1:00 p.m., Eastern
During this American Nurses Association free webinar you will learn how to provide culturally congruent care. Taking into account the cultural values, beliefs, worldview and practices of those you care for, you can help improve the safety and quality of care for your students and families. Register today.
Why is Every Year the Worst Year Ever for Seasonal Allergies? Webinar

May 26, 2016, 4:00 p.m., Eastern
Seasonal allergies are a high impact issue for many adults and children. Join the Allergy and Asthma Network to explore issues surrounding the cause and management of seasonal allergies. Register today.
NASN Calendar of Events

This calendar includes upcoming events hosted by NASN, officially endorsed by NASN, and/or hosted by one of NASN's Affiliate school nurse organizations.  Access the calendar. 
National Health Observances Calendar

This calendar lists special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. Access the 2016 calendar. 
STAY CONNECTED TO NASN
The NASN Weekly Digest is an e-news communication of the National Association of School Nurses, Inc. (NASN) sent weekly to NASN members and subscribers. This weekly communication is designed to keep school nurse professionals informed of news, issues, events, and activities related to or affecting school nursing practice.

Although NASN refers to and/or may provide direct access to documents and resources other than those owned or developed by NASN, NASN is not responsible for the content, format, accuracy or availability of such. In addition, NASN does not have any editorial or other control over those materials. In addition, NASN reserves the right to make necessary changes to NASN owned and developed materials without notice.

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