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Recognizing Specialized Instructional Support Personnel: SISP Week 2026

By NASN Inc posted 2 days ago
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SISP Week recognizes the more than one million Specialized Instructional Support Personnel (SISP) nationwide, including school nurses, who support students by removing barriers to learning and strengthening conditions for academic success.NASN is proud to be part of the National Alliance of Specialized Instructional Support Personnel (NASISP) , a coalition that advances collaboration across disciplines and elevates the essential role of SISPs in schools. You can use the materials below to support your SISP Week 2026 engagement: 📄 2026 SISP Week Agenda 📄 NASISP Advocacy Toolkit (2026) ...

Apply Now: Director of Nursing Education Opportunity at NASN

By NASN Inc posted 3 days ago
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NASN is seeking a Director of Nursing Education to lead its ANCC-accredited professional development programs and help shape the future of school nursing education nationwide. Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this opportunity with your network—or apply today. Learn more.

Early Rate Ends Friday, May 1—Don’t Miss NASN2026

By NASN Inc posted 7 days ago
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NASN2026 brings together school nurses and experts from across the country for meaningful in-person learning, connection, and professional growth. Earn up to 20.0 ANCC NCPD contact hours across focused educational tracks designed for every stage of your career. Early rate ends May 1—join us June 29–July 2, 2026, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

Leveraging Technology to Enhance School Nursing Workflows and Address Social Drivers of Health

By Stacy Barber, MSN, R.N., NCSN posted 8 days ago
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As school nurses, we understand how tough it can be to juggle paperwork and the real work of caring for students. Too often, administrative tasks pull us away from what matters most—helping students overcome barriers to learning and health. Join us at NASN2026 on Tuesday, June 30, from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM , where we will share how we applied nursing leadership to quality improvement. Guided by the NASN School Nursing Practice Framework™ , we developed practical strategies that have helped my team reclaim our time and focus on students. By using technology wisely, we can make our workflows more efficient ...

NASN Leaders Advancing School Nursing on Capitol Hill

By NASN Inc posted 13 days ago
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The NASN Board of Directors met in Washington, DC, with U.S. Senators and Representatives to educate and advocate for NASN's legislative priorities, strengthening awareness of the critical role school nurses play in supporting student health. Their continued leadership helps ensure every student has access to the care they need to thrive. View NASN's legislative priorities .

Last Chance to Vote: 2026 NASN Election Closes April 15

By NASN Inc posted 17 days ago
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Time is running out to make your voice heard in the 2026 NASN Election . Voting closes Wednesday, April 15. Your vote shapes NASN’s future—guiding leadership and strengthening the voice of school nursing nationwide. Eligible members received a personalized voting link by email from noreply@directvote.net . If you haven’t seen it, check your spam or junk folder. Don’t miss your chance— vote today .

School Nurse Day Is May 6 — Celebrate With NASN’s Official Toolkit

By NASN Inc posted 21 days ago
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Access ready-to-use posters, social graphics, a national proclamation, and messaging to help you share the difference you make every day. Visit schoolnurseday.org. Use these resources to engage your school community and highlight the vital role of school nurses. Start celebrating #SND2026 and amplify your impact nationwide.

Our Work, Our Worth, Our Wins

By Jeanine Cannon, MSN-Ed, RN, PLNC, BSN posted 25 days ago
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Our Work, Our Worth, Our Wins Some days in school health feel like you’ve already accomplished a full week’s work before lunchtime. You’ve managed a crisis, supported a student who needed a quiet moment, updated a care plan, answered a parent call, and kept the day moving. And still, you may find yourself wondering if any of it truly mattered. If that sounds familiar, this session was created with you in mind. I’m excited to share that I’ll be presenting with my incredible colleagues at NASN 2026 for our session, “Our Work, Our Worth, Our Wins,” on June 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM. We wanted to create a space where school nurses can pause, reflect, and genuinely ...

NASN Names 2026 National Academy of School Nursing Fellows

By NASN Inc posted 29 days ago
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printable version NASN Names 2026 National Academy of School Nursing Fellows Silver Spring, MD, April 1, 2026—The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) recently named five professionals for induction into the National Academy of School Nursing. They are: Nakia C. Best, California Sophia R. Boyle Hall, Vermont Victoria Ladd, South Carolina Elizabeth "Betsy" Looney, Virginia Mary Louise Embrey, BS, has been named as an Honorary Fellow. The induction ceremony will take place on Monday, June 29, 2026, during the Annual Business Meeting at the NASN2026 Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. The honor of Fellow is the most prestigious ...

Building Trust and Empowering Teens: A New Approach to Adolescent Immunization

By NASN Inc posted 03-30-2026
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As we honor Adolescent Immunization Awareness Week, April 6-10, school nurses have a unique opportunity to lead meaningful conversations with students and families about vaccines. The new episode of Beyond Bandaids highlights just how critical that role is by bringing together the perspectives of a practicing school nurse and a teen immunization advocate. 🎧 Listen now. One of the strongest themes? Trust. School nurses are often the most accessible healthcare professionals in a student’s life, creating a safe space where questions can be asked and answered without judgment. That trust makes them uniquely positioned to guide ...

NASN's Interactive Policy Map: Now Available

By NASN Inc posted 03-27-2026
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NASN members can now explore the new interactive Policy Map to track state-level legislation affecting school nurses, schools, and communities. Research pending bills, monitor advocacy efforts, and access key details like bill summaries, sponsors, and hearing dates. From changing vaccination laws to funding for student health and school safety, this tool supports informed advocacy. Keep up with what's happening in your state — explore the Policy Map .

Empowering Students: Effective Strategies for Managing Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

By Jen McGrath, R.N., DNP posted 03-25-2026
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Author: Jennifer McGrath, DNP, RN, LNC I’m excited to present my poster, Empowering Students: Effective Strategies for Managing Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) , at the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) 2026 Conference on June 30, 2026, from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. This session is designed to share practical, realistic strategies that school nurses can immediately implement to better support students living with POTS. Students with POTS often face daily challenges such as dizziness, fatigue, and difficulty tolerating prolonged standing—barriers that can significantly impact learning. This poster breaks down those challenges ...

Your Vote Matters: NASN Elections Are Open

By NASN Inc posted 03-19-2026
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The 2026 NASN Election is underway! Eligible members received a personalized voting link via email from noreply@directvote.net . If you haven't seen it, please check your junk or spam folder to ensure you can cast your vote. Learn more about this year's candidates and make your voice heard.

Accessing Your Online Journal Subscriptions Just Got Easier!

By NASN Inc posted 03-19-2026
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Your NASN website username and password are ALL you need to access articles online in The Journal of School Nursing and the NASN School Nurse . You no longer need to create a SAGE Journals account to read articles. Already have a SAGE Journals account? Your existing account can still be used for email alerts, saved searches, and more. However, to access full-text articles, you’ll authenticate using the steps above. Questions? Contact NASN at info@nasn.org . Our helpdesk is ready to assist you. Follow these 3 simple steps. 1. Click the GET ACCESS button on any article. 2. Locate and set SOCIETY to NASN. 3. Select the MEMBERSHIP ...

State Title Designation for Nurses and Technology

By Sheila Caldwell, BSN, RN, NCSN, FNASN posted 03-17-2026
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Today, I learned that the State of Washington's governor signed HB-2155 that amends the law that pertains to the protection of the title "nurse" to state that makes the distinction that individuals, who do not hold licensed nursing credentials and amending it to add that "nonhuman entities", CANNOT use the title "nurse". Click here to read the language of the now new law. Learning of this had me really thinking about telehealth, virtual platforms, AI, and other technologies like how some websites have bots. This brings into the realm of nursing this other aspect that really needs to be taken into consideration, knowing what we know now. What also came to ...

NASN to Share the Role of School Nurses in Health Care Transition at National Roundtable

By NASN Inc posted 03-13-2026
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Karen Graf, NASN Nursing Education and Practice Specialist, will discuss the vital role school nurses play in supporting health care transition for youth with chronic conditions at the American Academy of Pediatrics’ National Center for Adolescent & Young Adult Health & Well-Being roundtable, “Expanding Health Care Transition Opportunities in School and Community Settings,” on March 18, at 3 PM ET. Learn more and register .

NASN2026 Registration Now Open — Be Part of the Experience!

By NASN Inc posted 03-10-2026
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Connect with school nurses from across the country at NASN2026, NASN’s 58th Annual Conference, June 29–July 2, 2026, at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV . Arrive early for the optional Preconference Day on June 28 to dive into in-depth sessions and expanded learning opportunities. Don’t miss out!

School Nurses: Trusted Voices for Adolescent Immunizations

By NASN Inc posted 03-06-2026
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In a recently published NASN School Nurse article, NASN CEO Terri Hinkley and Judy Klein, President of Unity Consortium, share practical, evidence-based strategies for school nurses to communicate adolescent immunization recommendations clearly and confidently using existing public health messaging. View the article . As Adolescent Immunization Action Week (#AIAW) approaches, April 6–10, 2026, take action—use ready-to-use resources to champion the value of vaccines and share evidence-based recommendations that protect students now and for years to come.

Join NASN, NFID & NACCHO for a Webinar on Strengthening Vaccine Communications – March 18

By NASN Inc posted 03-04-2026
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NASN is proud to cohost Strengthening Vaccine Communications in Diverse Health Settings with the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) and the National Association of County and City Officials (NACCHO). The panel of speakers, including Dr. Eva Stone, Manager of District Health for Jefferson County Public Schools, KY, will share practical strategies to address vaccine hesitancy and improve vaccine uptake. Mark your calendar, learn more, and register today .

Oral Health Matters: Listen to Our Beyond Bandaids Children's Dental Health Episode

By NASN Inc posted 02-26-2026
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School nurses are often the first to recognize dental pain—and the first to help families find solutions. Our newest Beyond Bandaids episode, featuring leaders from the Give Kids A Smile program and Grand County School District nurse Mary Frothingham, RN, MSN, BA, highlights real stories, practical partnerships, and actionable ideas to improve children's oral health. 🎧 Listen now. ...