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The Relentless School Nurse: Read the “Role of School Nurses in the Health and Education of Children”

Relentless School Nurse

Published on January 23, 2025, our open-access article explores the critical role of school nurses in promoting student health and academic success. Gonzalez-Guarda, PhD, MPH, RN, and Elizabeth Dickson, PhD, RN.

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Add Movement to the School Day to Boost Student Physical Activity and Learning

SHAPE America

There are also a record number of kids with social-emotional-behavioral conditions. A CASE FOR MORE MOVEMENT IN SCHOOL Physical activity improves fitness, weight management, mental health, behavior, and most other medical conditions. At this juncture, it is more important than ever to educate the whole child with a lifespan approach.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Remember this Data Point – 40% & Then Tell Your Story

Relentless School Nurse

More than 40% of US children and adolescents have at least one of the following chronic health conditions… The healthcare needs of children with chronic illness can be complex and continuous, involving daily management and addressing potential emergencies.

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The Relentless School Nurse: “Voices from the Frontline” – School Nurses, Share Your Stories on the Impact of Medicaid Cuts on Student Health

Relentless School Nurse

This coverage ensures that students can receive the necessary support to manage their health conditions, reducing absenteeism and improving academic performance. Educational Outcomes : Research indicates that students enrolled in Medicaid perform better academically, graduate at higher rates, and earn higher wages in adulthood.

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The Perfect Storm of Learning Conditions in Physical Education (PE)

Reinventing the Game

As we head towards the end of the academic year from where I am from, we have an awkward two weeks period where PE resumes before school closes for the holiday. There is some discussion at the academic level to suggest that it is not possible to do well by combining the two school of thoughts. We are always tweaking them.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Heartfelt Retirement Speech With an Advocacy Message

Relentless School Nurse

Evidence demonstrates the link between health and academic success and school nurses are an investment in student achievement. Chronic health conditions in school aged children has gradually increased over the years and is now ~40% of the student population according to the CDC Healthy Schools website.

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How Technology Can Support Students with Chronic Health Issues

Magnus Health

For K-12 school nurses, managing the health of students with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy can be challenging. Learn how EHR software can help you improve student care and support those with chronic health conditions within your school community.

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