National Association of School Nurses

09/18/2026

Today is National Concussion Awareness Day.

School nurses have the knowledge and clinical skills to support students affected by concussion and to facilitate concussion prevention and education for the school community.

Explore the free resources from Concussion Awareness Now below.



https://heyor.ca/Vlkp2M

You don't have to be a concussion expert to help someone learn something important.

Concussion Awareness Day is tomorrow, and we hope you'll take the opportunity to share one of our infographics, fact sheets, or other resources with your family and friends. They make it easier to explain what a concussion is, symptoms to watch out for, and what someone can do if they suspect a concussion.

Explore our resources here: https://bit.ly/494BjuY

09/18/2026

There’s a lot to explore at Learning Without Limits.

From chronic absenteeism and student anxiety to special education, electronic documentation, emergency response, and quality improvement, the agenda addresses a range of issues relevant to school nursing practice.

Early registration ends September 28. NASN members save even more with discounted member rates.

Learn more and register: https://heyor.ca/wWku18

09/17/2026

Every school nurse has a story.

Maybe you've created a new workflow, improved student outcomes, strengthened collaboration, or found a better way to solve a challenge.

Those experiences could help another school nurse facing the very same situation.

Share your knowledge by submitting a podium presentation proposal for NASN2027.

📅 Proposal deadline: October 7

Review the guidelines and submit your proposal: https://heyor.ca/vXnURY

09/16/2026

Congratulations to Elisabeth Goodman, BSN, RN, on being named the 2026 Alabama Registered School Nurse of the Year for her leadership and commitment to the health and well-being of students, families, and her community.

Read more about her recognition: https://heyor.ca/9KJIIA

Alabama Association of School Nurses Shades Mountain Elementary School

Shades Mountain Elementary nurse Elisabeth Goodman was named the 2026 Alabama Registered School Nurse of the Year for her leadership in student and community wellness.

09/15/2026

Missed your chance to pick up NASN gear at ? 👕

T-shirts featuring the new NASN logo and “Trust Me, I’m a School Nurse” design, along with insulated tumblers, are now available in the NASN Bookstore.

Shop Gifts & Accessories: https://my.nasn.org/online-store/merchandise?category=Gifts+and+Accessories

09/15/2026

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Maternal and Child Health Bureau report that 78% of high school students and 34% of children don’t get sufficient sleep on an average school night. When students don’t get the recommended amount of healthy sleep regularly, it can affect behavior, learning, and physical and mental health.

During the 7th annual Student Sleep Health Week, explore resources from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine to help educate students and families about the importance of healthy sleep: https://heyor.ca/5FlaPE

09/11/2026

What’s on the agenda for Learning Without Limits: NASN’s Virtual Conference?

With 17 educational sessions across three learning tracks, the conference explores:

✓ When Care Gets Complex
✓ When You Need to Lead Change
✓ When Systems Matter Most

Explore the agenda and see what’s ahead October 14–16: https://heyor.ca/qXzi6W

09/10/2026

As measles cases rise across the country, school nurses are helping families access vaccination resources, answering questions, and sharing evidence-based information.

NEA Today spoke with school nurses responding to outbreaks and NASN President-elect Pat Endsley about NASN's vaccine guidance.

“There is a strong body of scientific evidence supporting the current vaccine schedule. We follow the science,” Endsley says.

Read more: https://heyor.ca/GGf4aS

Lower vaccination rates and misinformation fueling the spread of the highly contagious virus.

09/09/2026

You make a difference every day in your school. Now you have the opportunity to share your expertise with school nurses across the country.

The NASN2027 Call for Podium Presentations is now open! If you've developed an innovative practice, led a successful initiative, conducted research, or found an approach that could benefit others, consider submitting a proposal.

This year's theme—Power in Practice: Excellence, Innovation, & Outcomes—celebrates the knowledge and leadership school nurses bring to improving student health.

🗓️ Proposal deadline: October 7, 2026

Review the guidelines and submit your proposal: https://heyor.ca/vXnURY

09/08/2026

See what's planned for the 2027 NASN Delegation to Mexico City.

Visit the delegation page to explore the Professional Program Preliminary Schedule of Activities for a closer look at the professional meetings, site visits, and cultural experiences planned for April 26–May 2, 2027.

Learn more and register: https://citizenambassador.org/2027-nasn-to-mexico/