National Association of School Nurses

04/03/2026

🩺🐾 Hailley Pearl, a school nurse at Indianapolis Public Schools, is making a lasting impact both inside and outside the health office—supporting student wellness every day while also inspiring confidence and courage through a children’s book featuring her corgi, Milo.

Her story is a great reminder that school nurses support the whole child in meaningful ways. https://heyor.ca/dt915x

By day, Hailley Pearl cares for students as a nurse at Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS). But, in her side gig as an aspiring children’s author, she’s using the adventures of her adventurous corgi, Milo, to help youngsters face their fears by turning his larger-than-life personality into stories...

04/02/2026

🚨 Are schools ready for sudden cardiac arrest?

Recent incidents highlight the urgent need for trained staff and accessible AEDs in schools. When seconds count, preparedness saves lives.

👉 Read more: https://heyor.ca/b7Iph3

04/02/2026

Help us celebrate the 2026 National Academy of School Nursing Fellows! Their outstanding achievements and contributions have had a lasting impact on NASN, , and student well-being. 🎉 https://heyor.ca/hS880d

04/01/2026

School nurses: Want to help students quit to***co for good?

Check out NASN’s NCPD program: A.C.T. Now: Utilizing the Ask-Counsel-Treat (A.C.T.) Model for Youth To***co Cessation in School-Based Settings. Learn how to identify youth to***co use, navigate quitting conversations, and provide effective cessation tools—while earning 1.25 contact hours!

Get started today → https://heyor.ca/znRXWl

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03/31/2026

“Meeting students where they are” isn’t just a phrase, it’s a strategy.

School nurses are building trust, addressing misinformation, and helping teens make informed health decisions every day.

Hear how in the newest Beyond Bandaids episode.

🎧https://www.nasn.org/nasn-resources/podcasts

03/31/2026

Meet Monica Garcia, RN, Mt. Juliet Middle School Nurse, who has found her calling in school nursing—supporting student well-being and promoting healthy choices through education and awareness. https://heyor.ca/Hczu2p

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Monica, please tell us a little about yourself. “I was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. I moved around a lot as a child but came to Mt. Juliet the summer before ninth grade and I have lived here ever since.” Married, children? “I am married to Ruben Garcia who is also a nurse (for Vanderbilt). I ...

03/30/2026

Don’t Wait—Register Early for !

Early registration isn’t just smart—it’s stress-free!

5 Reasons to Register Early:
1️⃣ Lock in early bird pricing
2️⃣ Get better travel and lodging options
3️⃣ Stay in the loop on conference updates
4️⃣ Anticipatory Joy: Give yourself something to look forward to
5️⃣ Avoid the last-minute scramble

Secure your spot today:🔗 https://www.nasn.org/nasn2026/registration

03/30/2026

School Vaccine Rates Are Falling. It’s Personal for These 2 Women

Kate King, Executive Director of the Ohio Association of School Nurses and NASN’s immediate past president, and Dr. Feinberg, infectious disease expert and Grandparent for Vaccines, emphasize why vaccination and strong school health leadership are essential to keeping kids safe. 👉 https://heyor.ca/TSSSPA

Grandparents for Vaccines

03/27/2026

Final Call – Share Your Photos!

, send us your favorite snapshots for a chance to be featured on NASN’s social media, website, and more.

Please do not include photos of students.

Submit Your Photos 📸 https://heyor.ca/mpJkZ0

03/27/2026

Celebrating Nurse Mary Kanarvogel on her retirement.

Her career reflects the vital role school nurses play in supporting students every day—wishing her a wonderful next chapter! https://heyor.ca/Wqxqiv

Shelter Island Union Free School District New York State Association of School Nurses

It was a simple resolution on the agenda at a special meeting of the Board of Education on March 18, but it stood out as though it was the most significant matter on which the Board has ever acted. Nurse Mary Kanarvogel has tendered her resignation effective June 30. Affectionately known throughout....

03/27/2026

Are you ready to ***co?

On April 1, youth and health advocates across the country will stand up to the to***co industry and demand change. For far too long, Big To***co has targeted kids to protect its profits. We’re going all in to protect the next generation.

Join the movement and take action: TAKEDOWNTOBACCO.ORG

Take Down To***co Campaign for To***co-Free Kids

03/26/2026

Teens don’t just listen to adults. They listen to each other.

In our latest episode of Beyond Bandaids, a teen advocate and a school nurse share how peer influence and trusted relationships can reshape conversations around adolescent immunization.

🎧 Listen now: https://www.nasn.org/nasn-resources/podcasts