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Connecting Health Literacy to Youth Vaping Prevention

SHAPE America

Health literacy is defined as the degree to which individuals have the ability to find, understand, and use information and services to inform health-related decisions and actions for themselves and others. Find out more about Promoted Content. Check out the resources for teachers and parents.

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The Relentless School Nurse: School Nurses and School-Based Health Centers Can Work Together!

Relentless School Nurse

Imagine finding out that your school district was gifted millions of dollars to improve access to healthcare for your students and staff! The inclusion of school nurses is of paramount importance in the effort to expand healthcare services in schools, particularly those serving families with the lowest incomes.

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Prepare for Battle at the Plate: How the Marine Corps Builds Great Leaders

SHAPE America

Even without a history of military service, my father loved to incorporate military doctrine into my athletic training. Now, as an officer in the United States Marine Corps, I can attest to the mentality of service and accountability the Corps imparts to every Marine. Find out more about Promoted Content.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Governor’s Proclamation for School Nurse Day 2023

Relentless School Nurse

I was encouraged to find this thoughtful proclamation by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. School Nurse Day 2023 is May 10th. I wrote a blog post a few weeks ago that we should celebrate ourselves this year, because in the past so many school nurses felt left out.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Friends, We Need to Plan Ahead…

Relentless School Nurse

Showcase the Comprehensive Services: Outline the extensive services your nursing team provides, including the management of medical complexities, support for alternative education programs, and contributions to the overall well-being of the student community.

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How to ‘Spring’ Into Physical Activity During National PE & Sport Week

SHAPE America

For Students: Find a group of friends and go outside to play a sport or game. Tips for Keeping it New and Exciting Find a group of your peers: Make it a fun competition with your friends. Where to find more information: To find local national parks, visit the National Parks Service website.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Is This Happening in Your School District?

Relentless School Nurse

The story of Pitt County North Carolina schools should be a wake-up call for many districts across the country that have relied on Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds to boost school nursing services. He emphasized the importance of finding the necessary funds to sustain and potentially expand these positions.