Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Photo credit: CDC Protective Factors Protective factors are individual or environmental characteristics that promote the health and emotional well-being of children and adolescents. Here are the 5 protective factors for schools and their significance in promoting children’s well-being.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 9, 2024

What if we, as the caregivers of health and well-being in our school, borrowed this idea to purposefully craft environments that promote physical and emotional wellness? Reflect on what’s currently working well in your health nest. What’s in Your Health Nest? (An What would you like to add or remove?

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Stanford Childrens

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Event helped attendees learn tools and techniques to enhance their wellness while caring for loved ones In late September, a few dozen caregivers of children with cancer or blood or immunological disorders gathered on the Stanford campus to do something critical but often overlooked: carve out time to focus on their own wellness.

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SHAPE America

JULY 25, 2024

Digital wellness education addresses the physical and emotional health impacts of media use, with attention to helping develop the conscious, balanced use of media that aligns with an individual’s goals for their health and well-being. Graphic courtesy of Media Literacy Now. Media impacts all of us all the time.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Concerns were raised about the potential loss of nursing care quality and the disruption of a well-established community partnership. The decision reflects the board’s acknowledgment of the importance of school nurses in educating the whole child and contributing to wellness initiatives.

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AASP

MAY 21, 2024

The research recognizes the subsequent impact on student-athletes’ wellness. Based on the research and subjective experiences of student-athletes, the importance of self-care and wellness becomes paramount. With that said, below are a few quick tips to boost wellness and psychological functioning. </p>

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

During that year, I had a well-meaning principal who told our staff, “If it’s not related to math or reading, it’s potentially on the chopping block.” Riding For Focus and the Outride Fund are great places to start, as well as checking with your local hospitals/clinics, professional sports teams, and local businesses.

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SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Health-literate students can understand how their decisions affect their health and well-being and the health and well-being of those around them. Improving Interpersonal Communication Skills Interpersonal communication skills promote health and well-being in various contexts (SHAPE America, 2024). Let’s take a look.

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SHAPE America

AUGUST 4, 2022

Be positive and prepared — as well as flexible and creative! For example, as it got colder in the fall it was hard to play throwing and catching games, but soccer worked well. Here are some of my favorite tips for teaching physical education without a gym. Have a Growth Mindset and Set Expectations. We stayed outside in light rain.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

What is going well and where do you need support? How are you taking a stand for your own well-being? The well-being of school nurses is the upstream focus that will directly impact school communities if we fail to care for ourselves. We are entering week #3, some of us more, depending on where in the country you live.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 29, 2024

I dont want to be patted on the back for how well I take a hit. While we may outwardly appear to bounce back, the cumulative effect of these challenges erodes our well-being. For school nurses, this would mean systemic changes that prioritize our well-being as much as the health of the students we serve. I want ease.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

If we pause to take a panoramic view of our current landscape, we are reminded that our country has an obesity epidemic, rise in hypokinetic diseases, as well as mental health concerns. Over time, student health and well-being will develop as well. We need classrooms to be more active and engaging like the gym!

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SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

This will include ways to integrate prevention education into your health classroom, how prevention education intersects with health and wellness, and introduce free resources that are available to you. Please plan to join the Ask, Listen, Learn team and SHAPE America on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 7 p.m. Know the Facts.

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Read on for an overview of what you can expect to see in the updated USA Lacrosse curriculum, as well as tips for modifying the rules, equipment, environment, and learning strategies as needed in your PE classes. This creates an ability to work well independently, as well as with peers.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 16, 2024

.’ For school nurses, the “Operation Happy Nurse” app can serve as a vital resource for managing the demands of supporting the health and well-being of students and school staff. Supporting Students: By proactively managing our mental health, school nurses are better positioned to support students’ mental well-being.

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SHAPE America

AUGUST 11, 2022

A well-crafted resume and cover letter can be extremely influential in landing the “perfect” job. Solicit letters of recommendation from others who know you well and can speak truthfully about the alignment of your personal. Well, hopefully, at least one of these tips has encouraged you to take action. Ready to Launch!

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

By 2050, the landscape of school nursing will be transformed into an advanced hub of health and wellness, where school nurses emerge as critical leaders in both educational and healthcare ecosystems. But school nursing in 2050 will go beyond responding to illnesses—it will be centered around preventive care and wellness advocacy.

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SHAPE America

MARCH 23, 2023

ESSA identifies school health and physical education as part of a student’s “well-rounded education.” It’s a student’s civil right to have access to a well-rounded education and when schools don’t provide HPE programs to all students it is a violation of those rights. The words “core subjects” are no longer found in federal law.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

WHPE leaders and representatives of several other local/state organizations related to health and wellness engaged citizens and state legislators as they stopped at various booths arranged in the Capitol Rotunda with the goal of educating and influencing attendees. Assign a central contact to communicate with the state conference.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 12, 2023

such as teamwork, gratitude, kindness, wellness, and mindfulness. KYSHAPE provides daily slides with prompts, as well as activities and social media posts for each daily theme that administrators, health and physical educators, and other classroom teachers can use.

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 9, 2023

After all, when nurses are well, everyone benefits. Let’s come together, from policies to personal support, to ensure the well-being of those who spend their lives caring for others. It is time to shine a light on a healthcare crisis that’s been hiding in the shadows for too long.

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SHAPE America

DECEMBER 3, 2024

It shows my students the bigger picture: locations, costs and customers who typically have access to these different health and wellness spaces. In partnership with Out r ide , we conducted research on the benefits of cycling for student success and social-emotional well-being. and “What does fitness look like in your neighborhood?”

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Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Here is an excerpt from our Op-Ed, which is linked in this blog post as well as the NEJM study by Cowger and colleagues. . New Data Shows How Well. . . . . . . Universal Masking in School Works.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 28, 2023

I spoke with the Elementary school nurse, a fellow Salve Regina graduate as well as my beloved mentor, Rosanne Sheridan, who encouraged me to go for it. I started to follow nurses on multiple social media sites and have learned so much from them as well. A teacher I knew recommended I apply. I started when my son was in 7th grade.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

It is time that we address the mental health and wellness of the school nurses who have so valiantly cared for our nation’s school children and staff. Almost 8,000 school nurses from across the country responded to the 121 -item questionnaire. . It is beyond time to pay attention to our own mental health.

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 16, 2022

It’s sadly ironic, because just a few short, well actually very long, years ago, I was eager to talk about school nursing for the Future of Nursing 2030 consensus report. I ask these questions from a deep concern for our own well-being, which directly impacts our ability to care for our students.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 31, 2022

Well, my hopes for 2022 did not come to fruition. Stand up for us and protect our well-being and safety. School nurses are Chief Wellness Officers, giving us a chance to flourish in leadership roles instead of minimizing our impact. Past time actually, that we focus on our own well-being. The pandemic has not subsided.

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Drowning in the Shallow

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

For Catherine Ennis, if PE is to educate students for a lifetime of physical activity, then it needs to provide not just an effective experience but an engaging one as well.

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SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

Sledding I have had PE classes where students have needed to work on taking turns, sharing, watching out for others, respecting personal space and others’ property, as well as working on spatial awareness. This is one of the students’ favorite PE activities every year!

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 30, 2023

Illustration from Healing Meme Therapy As a seasoned school nurse, I’ve often heard the phrase, “You need thick skin for this job,” and while it’s meant to be a badge of honor, it doesn’t sit well with me. I want to rediscover my love for this profession and approach each day with enthusiasm, not dread.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 27, 2022

Learn more about how HELPme works and download the guide through this link: Connect, Help & Prevent – A Guide for K-12 Mental Health and Wellness Support for Students, Staff, and Families. The anonymous reporting of concerns about a student’s well-being is vetted by trained staff through a 24/7 call center.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 8, 2025

Or do we choose a different pathone of joy, health, and fulfillment, where we turn toward each other instead of away from each other; where we choose love over fear; where we recognize community as the irreplaceable foundation for our well-being? – U.S.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Christopher Amundson Physical Education Teacher Ankeny Centennial High School Ankeny, IA Taralyn Garner Physical Education Instructor/Curriculum Specialist (retired) Plattsburg, MO Francina Hollingsworth Curriculum Implementation Coach Houston Independent School District Houston, TX Andrew Milne Kinetic Wellness & Health Teacher New Trier High (..)

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A Different Type of PE Class This is my 13th year of teaching physical education, but I have also taught other subjects along the way, such as health, wellness and weightlifting. I’ll share some of those details in this article, and maybe you’ll find a few ideas for sharing lifetime sports with your students.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 6, 2022

Thus, as schools maintain their critical focus on education and achievement, they must also acknowledge that mental health and wellness are innately connected to students’ success in the classroom and to a thriving school environment. Threat assessment vs wellness check? Would more school staff or community members come forward?

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 11, 2023

Here are a few reasons why taking a break is essential for your well-being: Prevents Burnout: When we work too hard without taking a break, we can become burned out, which can lead to feelings of exhaustion, cynicism, and detachment. Prioritize Sleep : Getting enough sleep is essential for our well-being.

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 23, 2023

Sleep disturbances: Excessive screen time, especially before bedtime, can disrupt sleep patterns and negatively impact overall well-being. By fostering a balanced approach to social media use and promoting positive digital experiences, we can support the mental well-being of our children and adolescents in the digital age.

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