Category Archives: Florida Association of School Nurses
A word from the President: Reflections of a School Nurse
Another school year has come to an end. It has been a long, sometimes overwhelming, year for all of us. Still, we have much we can take pride in. In lieu of my letter to you, I want to share the thoughts of … Continue reading
President’s Letter: School Nurse Day 2010
School Nurse Day May 12, 2010 Florida school nurses are recognized today for their professional commitment in their school nurse roles to advance the well-being, academic success, and life-long achievement of our students. Since children/youth comprise a quarter of our … Continue reading
Latest FASNating News Online
The Spring 2010 Issue of the FASNating News and associated addendums are now posted online! Check them out here.
Call for Nominations of Exemplary Practices in Childhood Obesity Prevention in Florida
The 2009 update to the Florida child health chartbook will provide information critical to assessing the scope, nature and effectiveness of the Florida health system response to the childhood obesity epidemic, as well as include promising approaches which address this … Continue reading
Florida School Health Advocacy Day
March 27th is Florida School Health Advocacy Day. Join with your colleagues to contacting your Legislators, both State Senators and State Representatives, and informing them of the importance of school nurses to a student’s educational success and safety. Many of … Continue reading
NASN Elections Are Coming
FASN members, If you have not already, you will soon be receiving a ballot for the NASN elections. Every vote does make a difference, so please be sure to vote! Both candidates for President-elect have sent us information. It is … Continue reading
March Into March
Florida’s Legislative session begins March 1st and goes until May 2nd. During this time, legislators will be looking at bills and budget items that will directly impact School Health. consider joining your colleagues in Tallahassee on March 27th for our … Continue reading
March 2009 President’s Letter
During the first weekend in February, 150 nurses took time from their professional and personal lives to attend our state school nurse conference, School Nursing: Putting the Pieces Together. For two days, they increased their knowledge and professional skills. Check … Continue reading
December 2008 President’s Letter
Holiday Greetings! I hope that each of you will find some time to rest and reconnect with those you love. This has been a challenging school year so far and we expect even more challenges in the months to come. … Continue reading
Fall 2008 President’s Letter
Putting the Pieces Together Have you ever put together a puzzle? Finding the edge pieces first so you knew the boundaries and the shape of the finished puzzle. Then gradually adding the pieces to fill up the middle … Continue reading
October 2008 President’s Letter
Greetings! Welcome to a new school year! It has been a busy start for everyone, especially as many school districts have had to function with fewer school nurses this year. FASN has had changes as well. Our web developer resigned … Continue reading
October 2007 President’s Letter
When there is a reason to celebrate, my daughter will often shout “Woo-Hoo!” That is what I feel like shouting right now. Last month, I asked you as private citizens, voters, nurses and parents to contact your legislators and tell … Continue reading
September 2007 President’s Letter
It is easy to tell September has arrived. A new school year has begun and all across the state students have resumed classes. At the same time, school nurses are working on nursing care plans (NCP’s) or individualized healthcare plans … Continue reading
August 2007 President’s Letter
It may be the middle of the summer, but school nurses can still make a difference. Those who attended the NASN national conference heard many instances where school nurses are making a difference. Some questions we were asked include: Are … Continue reading