Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 31, 2022

. One of the benefits of having more than 900 blog posts is that I can look back at where we were at any given time in years past. Here is my blog post from exactly one year ago 12/31/2021: The Relentless School Nurse: Oh, 2022, I Really Wanted to Welcome You! Heading into 2022 feels much like the comic pictured above. We need us!

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Over the many years of writing The Relentless School Nurse blog, I have made it a priority to share perspectives from colleagues across the country. I didn’t have to look too far for this guest post, because Nicole DeBrango, RN, BSN, CSN is a New Jersey school nurse. I came across her post entitled, “School nursing?

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Physical Education Update

JULY 25, 2022

As the new school year begins, I thought we’d experiment with a new look for the PE Update blog. And to kick off our new look (which I may change at any minute, by the way) here’s a video demonstrating the latest fitness craze.

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Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 16, 2023

First, I worked with a small group of nurses who chose to learn about blogging as I held a 3 1/2 hour preconference session called; “Growing School Nurse Bloggers” It was a hands one workshop where I shared blogging tips and tricks, but also allowed time for brainstorming and writing.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 31, 2022

appreciate the readers of my blog! One of my most loyal readers is veteran school nurse Linda Morse, who retired from the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) several years ago. Linda sent the email printed below after reading my most recent blog post; “Where Have All the School Nurses Gone?

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 4, 2023

A highly regarded colleague sent me a message about my blog post from July 29, 2023 – The Relentless School Nurse: How School Nurses Can Help Ourselves to Stay. ” I appreciate reflections in response to my blog posts. It helps me identify what is resonating with readers and explore new content for future posts.

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SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

So far, we have supported our local Police Canine Unit (helping them get a new dog) and our Parks and Recreation Department. The parent of the winning student shared that he is really trying to learn to play, so this may be a new musician who may not have tried it without our fundraiser.

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Moving Minds Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

New year, new you, right? Seems like a common theme for people to want a fresh start in the new year. The post One Easy-To-Accomplish New Year’s Resolution appeared first on Moving Minds Blog. The post One Easy-To-Accomplish New Year’s Resolution appeared first on Moving Minds Blog. I’m guilty.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 25, 2023

You can read about her innovative work in this 2019 guest blog post: You Will Never Forget Brandy Bowlen’s Initiative “From Seat to Feet.” Brandy is back with another inspirational guest blog, the perfect message to kick off a new school year! The new principal came into such a challenging situation. Who is a new teacher?

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Relentless School Nurse

MAY 13, 2023

I say that with the caveat that we have to remain vigilant and informed about any new variants and continue to take precautions. The art pictured in this blog post was gifted to me by one of my four year old students who spent time in my health office on School Nurse Day. Maybe we can finally exhale for this moment.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 8, 2023

I read the tragic story over the weekend about a prominent oncologist and new mom who killed her four-month-old baby and turned the gun on herself. 24/7, free, confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms in English and Spanish The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline can help. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262).

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The first COVID-19 patient in New York was reported on March 1, 2020, and it soon became one of the largest epicenters of the disease, overwhelming the healthcare system. Dr. Griggs wrote an Op-Ed that was published in The New York Times very early in the pandemic entitled A New York Doctor’s Coronavirus Warning: The Sky Is Falling.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Judy Doran happens to be the 2023 Maine School Nurse of the Year and a valued contributor to The Relentless School Nurse blog. Staffed offices, managed the mounds of paperwork, hired and oriented two new RNs and one sub. She told the new folks she would always be available for questions/support. Enjoy Judy’s message!

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S&S

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Here is a fresh new look at basketball variations that will keep kids engaged and having fun learning the game of basketball. These … Read More The post Basketball Game Variations for PE & Recreational Programs appeared first on S&S Blog. Are you tired of the same old basketball games that you grew up with as a kid?

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 3, 2022

Speaker: Robin Cogan, MEd, RN, NCSN, FNASN, FAAN Robin Cogan is a Nationally Certified School Nurse (NCSN), currently in her 22nd year as a New Jersey school nurse in the Camden City School District. Robin is the New Jersey State School Nurses Association Director to the National Association of School Nurses.

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The Sporting

MARCH 27, 2024

The Sporting Blog takes a look at the latest from the British Baseball Federation. Joe O’Connell, adult commissioner for the Mets said: “For us, it’s a new season, same goals. Read all the latest on our baseball blog The 2024 National Baseball League Domestic Season Kicks Off at Farnham Park - All the Latest!

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 28, 2022

Nationally certified school nurse, Robin Cogan, MEd, RN, NCSN, FNASN, FAAN, whose commentary has been featured on CNN and the New York Times to name a few , discusses best practices for working with your school nurse to update your student’s accommodations. CNN LIVE – Coronavirus Crisis : Featuring Robin Cogan, MEd, RN, NCSN.

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The Sporting

APRIL 18, 2024

New Campaign Drowns Out Negativity in Women’s Football April 18, 2024: Visa, a global leader in digital payments, announces a new campaign applauding women in football. All the latest on The Sporting Blog! Featured image credits: DAZN Read all the latest news on our football/soccer blog

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 28, 2023

My last blog was a call for stories to share from school nurses across the country. I was excited to hear from Meg Jenkins, a New Hampshire school nurse and incoming Director to the NASN Board. Joining and working with the New Hampshire School Nurses Association, was the true eye opener for me. You can follow Meg on Twitter!

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SHAPE America

MARCH 23, 2023

So, whether you are a seasoned advocate or new to the scene, here are some tips to help you advocate for HPE at the local, state and national level. Learn more about understanding federal funding at the end of this blog post. Tip #4: Search for grants and other funding opportunities in your area or nationally.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 21, 2024

I recently shared a blog post about Donna Gaffney’s new book, “Courageous Well-Being for Nurses.” By the way, James was right…once I wrote this blog post, I did feel better. ” I highly recommend this book as a step by step guide to wellness. Building a strong support system is vital.

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The Everlearner

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Therefore, in the absence of well-planned and pre-written posts whilst I rest for the season’s break, I’m throwing a personal piece together so that, in a few weeks’ time, I can celebrate the fact that I have released new blogs every single Wednesday for the entirety of 2023.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 12, 2023

I am honored to share a guest blog post from Barbara Markley, a community member and attorney from Broward County, Florida. References: New gun deaths data in U.S. In her post, she highlights Lock it Up!, a program that provides free gun locks and public education materials to anyone that requests them. Her Lock it Up!

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 22, 2023

The event provided a platform for school nurses to reconnect with one another, rekindling friendships and forging new connections. I am writing a follow-up blog post with reflections about my presentation: A Public Health Approach to Ending Gun Violence Against Children: Experiences from a US School Nurse’s Office.

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 16, 2022

Being on high alert has taken on a new meaning since COVID. So much to consider and I offer these questions to open dialogue with the readers of this blog. Please consider responding, I would love to post your responses in follow up guest blogs. . . . . . . . . We want to be fully invested in our practice.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

One of the goals I have had for The Relentless School Nurse is to share guest blogs and resources with my readers. In partnership with the New York Life Foundation, our team at Arizona State University’s REACH Institute has developed the online Resilient Parenting for Bereaved Families program.

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Physical Education Update

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Check out the video here: P.S. This is the final blog before the summer holidays. There won’t be a blog over the summer (who’s going to read it anyway), but we’ll be back in September. And as you can see, we’re experimenting with a new, cleaner look for the blog. Have a great summer vacation!

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S&S

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Your group can have so much fun making DIY friendship bracelets to wear to the new Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour film in theaters.

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Moving Minds Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The post Top Products for the New School Year! appeared first on Moving Minds Blog. Allowing children to move and be active helps facilitate learning with memory retention and increased concentration. Below I share some of Moving Minds’ top products [.]

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

I often get ideas for blog posts from articles that cross my path. In contrast, New York City schools and Maryland’s Montgomery County schools have their specific criteria, including prohibiting attendance for children with lice or advising staying home for symptoms like stomach pain or thick yellow nasal discharge.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2023

My last blog post focused on the Fayette County Public School board’s decision to privatize school nursing services by going to the lowest bidder, a nursing agency, and discontinuing the 50-year relationship with the local health department. It seems that community outrage swayed the district’s decision.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 31, 2022

who wrote about “ugly coping,” a concept that was new to me. . I can grasp the “ugly coping” concept and hope it helps the readers of this blog too. Emma Kavanaugh , a psychologist from the U.K. Ugly coping means whatever gets you through your day.

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Physical Education Update

DECEMBER 13, 2022

As usual, I’ll post only a couple of blogs over the summer – because most of you won’t read them anyway! And with summer vacation comes the opportunity to try new activities for inclusion in next year’s physical education curriculum. Summer vacation is just beginning for teachers here in North America.

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The PE Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

When introducing a new skill, limit the number of teaching points needed to complete the skill to 3 or 4. Using the tips in this blog, you can inspire a new generation of cricket enthusiasts and break down the barriers that may have once stood in the way. These are throwing, catching and striking.

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 14, 2023

The New York City nurses who just ended their strike are one example of how standing up for the greater good can lead to sustainable change. Email me at: relentlessschoolnurse@gmail.com and I will include your contributions in an upcoming blog post. What should we include?

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The Sporting

APRIL 5, 2024

A New Era of Congolese Football: Les Aigles du Congo The Sporting Blog looks at how FC Les Aigles du Congo will revolutionise football in the Democratic Republic of Congo - all the latest! His burning desire to propel Congolese soccer to new heights is palpable and manifested through tangible actions. We need to polish it."

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Montessori Physical Education

JANUARY 1, 2023

This was the date of my first blog post on a newly created website called Montessori Physical Education. I naively thought that people might instantly start reading and reacting to the blog. Like a scene out of the Matrix, I imagined Montessorians everywhere immediately being alerted and downloading my blog. August 10th, 2018.

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