Category Archives: School Nurse of the Year

President’s Letter: School Nursing: The Link Between Health and Student Success

Posted on May 2, 2009 by webmaster

In 1902, Lina Rogers was sent to New York City’s Lower East Side to work with students and families to decrease absenteeism.  Lina kept meticulous records.  When she presented her data, the NYC Board of Health saw her overwhelming success.  … Continue reading →

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Connie Blackwell – 2009 “School Nurse of the Year”

Posted on January 1, 2009 by webmaster

The Florida Association of School Nursing is proud to announce that Connie Blackwell has been selected as the 2009 “School Nurse of the Year.” Connie has been the school nurse for nine years at Barron Collier High School in Naples, … Continue reading →

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December 2008 President’s Letter

Posted on December 6, 2008 by webmaster

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 →

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Fall 2008 President’s Letter

Posted on November 8, 2008 by webmaster

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 →

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October 2007 President’s Letter

Posted on October 5, 2007 by webmaster

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 →

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