National Association of School Nurses

10/21/2025

continue to advocate tirelessly to promote and protect , even amid growing vaccine hesitancy and exemptions, as well as reduced access to in Texas and across the nation. https://www.texastribune.org/2025/10/13/texas-schools-vaccines-measles-delinquencies/across

Texas School Nurses Organization

In school districts and charter networks with the most vaccine delinquencies, as many as 44% of kindergarteners were not complying with state requirements.

10/20/2025

Illinois School Nurses — Become a Member and Elevate Your Advocacy!

Sign up today and get your Illinois Association of
School Nurses (IASN) & National Association of School Nurses (NASN) memberships plus the IASN Virtual Conference ticket for only $146!

The 2025 Virtual Conference is FREE for IASN Members, and membership will be validated before access details are shared. NASN offers payment plans for dues/memberships, so you can choose quarterly installments instead of a single annual payment.

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Thank you to Our Sponsors:

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10/20/2025

🎓 Smart Value for School Nurses
NASN members get access to the Back-to-School Success Series—15 self-paced courses worth 17.0 NCPD hours ($300 value) included with membership. Learn more: https://ow.ly/OH9j50Xcy4l

💰 Membership costs less than the courses alone — it pays for itself instantly.
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10/20/2025

This week is International Infection Prevention Week! are on the frontlines of keeping students safe and healthy by promoting hygiene, vaccinations, and infection control practices in schools.

Find resources and practical tools from APIC - Infection Prevention and You: https://ow.ly/tEta50X4xRW

10/17/2025

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10/17/2025

Delaware are spotlighting and learning, and sharing ways to strengthen support in thanks to the University of Delaware's Day. https://ow.ly/y2mz50XbWyb

Delaware school nurses have settled in for the school year - but, they continue to learn as well, and adjust to ever-evolving responsibilities.

10/16/2025

NASN’s Mental Health Toolkit for School Nurses Caring for Students with Epilepsy helps school nurses address the physical, emotional, and social needs of students with epilepsy. Get it here👉 https://ow.ly/AC7G50X2quQ

10/16/2025

👏 Liz Muzzey, Health Services Coordinator at McKenzie River Community School, turned preparation into action—helping her school secure , earn the HEARTSafe designation, and save the life of an educator. A powerful reminder of the impact of school nurse leadership, training, and advocacy. ❤️https://ow.ly/2thJ50XbW4H

American Heart Association

EUGENE, ORE., October 10, 2025 — It was a typical day at McKenzie River Community School until the unthinkable happened. Liz Muzzey, the school’s health services coordinator, registered nurse and American Heart Association CPR instructor, was in her...

10/15/2025

School nurses can make a big difference in reducing weight bias and stigma.

Learn how to foster a safe, supportive environment for students of all sizes in one of NASN's latest educational offerings.
👉 https://ow.ly/lZxm50X96rI

10/15/2025

Today is Global Handwashing Day! 🧼 Handwashing is one of the most effective ways to prevent illness and keep students healthy and ready to learn. play a key role in promoting good hygiene habits in schools!

Learn more: https://ow.ly/2roR50X4xJj

10/15/2025

NASN strongly condemns the recent layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). These cuts threaten the federal oversight of IDEA—the law that ensures children with disabilities receive the services and support they deserve.

School nurses see firsthand how vital these protections are. Removing federal capacity to uphold IDEA undermines decades of progress toward inclusive education.

NASN calls on the Department of Education and Congress to immediately restore OSERS staffing and reaffirm our nation’s moral and legal commitment to students with disabilities. Read the full release: https://ow.ly/NqbW50XbSlt

10/15/2025

A big shout-out to Luisa Lara, school nurse, recognized alongside first responders for her dedication and life-saving role. Her quick Heroic actions highlight how essential are on the front lines of health, safety, and emergency care in our schools and communities. https://ow.ly/yzRA50X9rle