National Association of School Nurses

06/23/2026

Congratulations to Anamaria Fife on being named the 2026 by the Long Beach School Nurses Association.

As Fife describes school nursing, it's "a real juggling act"—a fitting reflection of the skill, adaptability, and dedication school nurses bring to their work every day. https://heyor.ca/XAyOYX

Long Beach USD Long Beach School Nurses

Not all heroes wear capes — some wear scrubs. The Long Beach Unified School District's Long Beach School Nurses Association hosted their annual end-of-year soiree recently, where they honored the 2026 School Nurse of the Year. This year’s honoree is particularly special to me as my own superhero

06/23/2026

📣 NASN2026 is almost here!

As you prepare for Las Vegas, don't forget to share your conference experience on social media. Use and tag NASN in your posts to help showcase the learning, connections, and memorable moments from this year's Annual Conference.

We can't wait to see NASN2026 through your lens!

https://www.nasn.org/nasn2026/home

06/22/2026

NASN is speaking out on the transfer of special education and civil rights functions from the U.S. Department of Education. These protections matter for students’ health, safety, and access to education.

Read NASN’s full statement: https://heyor.ca/gy47t5

06/19/2026

Congratulations to Deborah Hill on receiving the Distinguished Service Award from the New Mexico School Nurses Association. We celebrate this well-deserved recognition of her contributions to school nursing and student health. https://heyor.ca/SzrYip

Albuquerque Public Schools New Mexico School Nurse Association

APS is New Mexico's largest school district, serving more than a fourth of the state's students.

06/19/2026

Today is World Sickle Cell Day.

A time to raise awareness of sickle cell disease and highlight the importance of continued progress in education, treatment, and research for those affected.

Learn more and : https://heyor.ca/0rUCqK

06/18/2026

This article highlights the broad and increasingly complex scope of practice, from everyday health needs to and crisis response, reflecting the realities navigate in today’s schools. https://heyor.ca/eXoM57

School nurses from across Texas gathered in Temple this week for a conference on everything from “sexploitation” and school shootings to infectious disease outbreaks, highlighting the increasingly complex role nurses

06/18/2026

June 21 is — a reminder that one simple question can help save a child’s life: “Is there an unlocked gun where my child plays?”

As summer begins and children spend more time in homes outside their own, asking about safe firearm storage can prevent tragedies before they happen.

Learn more about secure storage and family fire prevention: https://heyor.ca/UGwIgR

End Family Fire Brady: United Against Gun Violence

06/17/2026

Congratulations to Heather Williams, RN, on being named Virginia’s 2026 Nurse of the Year by the Virginia Department of Health! Heather’s dedication to student health, overdose prevention, health equity, and connecting students with critical healthcare resources exemplifies the profound impact school nurses make every day. https://heyor.ca/IcNC9a

Arlington Public Schools

In the years since a student died after a suspected overdose, Virginia’s “Nurse of the year” has worked to gain students’ trust.

06/17/2026

Looking for trusted guidance on today’s school health issues?

Explore NASN’s Professional Practice Documents for evidence-informed resources that support school nursing practice and student well-being. 🔗 https://heyor.ca/UkS3FT

06/16/2026

Expanding access to healthcare helps students stay healthy, in school, and ready to learn.

Indianapolis Public Schools has become an official Vaccines for Children Program Provider, helping increase access to recommended vaccines and preventive healthcare services for students and families. A great example of how school-based health initiatives can support student well-being and success.

Read more: https://heyor.ca/uR8z6f

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