National Association of School Nurses

04/17/2026

When seconds mattered, school nurses Amanda Kelly and Jody Barnes, along with SRO Elizabeth Lehmann, took action. 💙

In a New York junior high cafeteria, their rapid response helped save Ann Marie Schlie’s life. One year later, a powerful reunion shows just how much that moment meant.

Stories like this highlight the impact of school nurses every day—ready, responsive, and essential to student and staff safety.

🔗 Read more: https://heyor.ca/fWytaa

North Syracuse Central School District

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — This Sunday, hundreds across Central New York will take part in the Heart Walk. But for one local woman, it’s much more than a community event. Last April, Ann Marie Schl…

04/16/2026

Celebrating excellence in nursing—Nancy Snyder, 2026 Indiana , for her compassionate, student-centered care and commitment to safe, healthy learning environments. https://heyor.ca/2912zX

Indiana Association of School Nurses Jay County Jr-Sr High School

With more than 30 years in nursing, Nancy has dedicated her career to caring for children and strengthening our community

04/16/2026

Medicaid plays a vital role in keeping students healthy and ready to learn.

During Medicaid Awareness Month, we recognize how this essential funding supports school-based health services—helping students access physical, mental, and behavioral care right in their schools.

NASN continues to advocate for strong Medicaid programs and sustainable funding that supports school nurses and student success.

Learn more about the relationship between Medicaid and school nursing:
👉 https://heyor.ca/MQXQj8

04/15/2026

"Hill Day is the annual opportunity for NASN leaders and school nurse advocates from across the country to meet directly with their congressional representatives, putting faces and voices to the issues that matter most to school children and the nurses who care for them every day. It is democracy in action, and it never gets old."

04/15/2026

School nurses play a critical role in prevention, early identification, and intervention—working across schools, families, and communities to protect student well-being. Join Prevent Child Abuse America, get involved, explore resources, and take action in your community👉 https://preventchildabuse.org/cap-month-2026/

Did you know? State laws play a critical role in promoting healthy families, positive childhood experiences, and preventing child abuse and neglect.

Reach out to your state legislator today to raise awareness for policies that strengthen child abuse prevention and invest in families. YOUR voice matters.

Link: https://preventchildabuse.quorum.us/campaign/151681

04/15/2026

School nurses play a critical role in supporting the health, wellness, and academic success of students nationwide. Stand with NASN in advocating for policies that ensure every child has access to a school nurse every day.
Visit www.schoolnurseday.org

Caldwell School District

04/14/2026

NASN Leaders, Your Voice is Critical! Thank you for advocating and educating for increased funding and access to school nursing services.

04/14/2026

in DC, advocating for every student’s access to a school nurse—every school, every day.

Rutherford County Schools School Nursing Coordinator Dr. Shanna Groom met today with Rep. Scott DesJarlais and Senator Bill Hagerty and Sen. Marsha Blackburn in support of a federal grant that would fund Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere (NURSE Act).

Groom is currently serving as the Tennessee Director to National Association of School Nurses.

Read more about the NURSE Act here: https://trst.in/8rQncf

04/14/2026

Rural schools. Real opportunity.

Five Texas districts are working together to give students early-career pathways—including healthcare—while earning college credit and building future-ready skills. https://heyor.ca/X05poi

Rural Schools Innovation Zone

High schoolers travel to districts up to an hour away to attend academies in welding, teaching, nursing, robotics — and earn college credit.