NASN Learning Center
June 23, 2016

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NASN2016 kicks off June 30 in Indianapolis with wonderful opportunities for Learning, Linking, and Leading. We look forward to seeing you, however, if you are not able to attend this year's conference, remember that NASN is always open, especially its online learning opportunities!  

You can access the NASN Learning Center, learn more about the many live continuing education programs, and so much more at NASN's website.

See you in Indy!

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

BETTER HEALTH. BETTER LEARNING. ™
News from NASN
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.
Catch Up on NASN Radio Podcasts Over the Summer

NASN Radio helps school nurses stay on top of hot topics in student health and professional development. Access numerous discussions that highlight Zika Virus, Emergency Cardiac Care, Managing the Vaccination Gap, the new Framework for 21st Century School Nursing Practice, and so much more.
NASN Weekly Digest Takes Short Break

With NASN's Annual Conference June 30-July 3, the NASN Weekly Digest will not be published the next two weeks and will resume on July 14th. Enjoy NASN2016 and your summer break! Catch up on archived issues!
NASN Employment Center

Employment opportunities are added regularly to fill positions of interest to school nurse professionals. Visit the employment center at NASN.org for current listings.
NASN2016 Annual Conference Corner
School Nurses, Come On Down to the JW Marriott

Are you a school nurse within a short distance to the JW Marriott in Indianapolis? If you said YES, come on down for a day or more to "hang out" with your peers and "gather up" treats and goodies made just for you.

All attendees receive:
  • An invitation to kick off the conference at the 80s Dance Party;
  • Speaker handouts for 60+ educational breakout and workshop sessions;
  • A conference tote bag;
  • A printed conference program;
  • Takeaways and giveaways from the exhibit hall open on Thursday and Friday;
  • Full access to the Eventsential mobile app;
  • Access to school nursing experts and thought leaders;
  • A chance to shop in the Indiana Association of School Nurses' marketplace; and
  • An opportunity to meet others who share your concerns and passion for school nursing!
Learn more on the NASN conference website.

Get downtown parking information on VisitIndy.com.
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Find a link to your digital membership card in your SchoolNurseNet profile. Go to your SchoolNurseNet profile, locate the link, and print or view the card anytime. NASN membership cards include NASN IDs and the dues renewal month. NOTE: If you click on the link and are directed to the NASN home page instead of the membership card, logout and try again.
What School Nurses Say about SchoolNurseNet

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Headlines
New #MySmileMatters National Youth Engagement Plan Launched

America's ToothFairy: National Children's Oral Health Foundation's 2016-2017 plan sets a theme of "Cavities are NOT Supposed to Happen" helping youth gather around a single message addressing the commonly held belief that cavities are "a rite of passage." The plan focuses on three areas for projects where youth can engage:  Changing Beliefs, Changing Behaviors, and Changing the Environment. Access the plan.
What's Happening with Kids in Your State?

The Annie E. Casey Foundation has released its annual 2016 Kids Count Data Book, which includes state-by-state information on factors of child well-being, including economic, health, education, and family trends.
Strategies to Keep Sun Safe this Summer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 5 million people are treated for skin cancer each year in the United States. Skin cancer can be serious, expensive, and sometimes even deadly. Fortunately, most skin cancers can be prevented. Access Skin Cancer Prevention Fact Sheets that list strategies for keeping sun safe.
June is National Safety Month

Stay SafeForLife. Observed annually in June, National Safety Month focuses on reducing leading causes of injury and death at work, on the roads and in our homes, and communities. During the month of June, you can find downloadable resources highlighting different safety topics - Stand Ready to Respond, Be Healthy, Watch Out for Dangers, and Share Roads Safely.
Upcoming Events
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
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