April 29, 2026
According to MedicalExpress, schools that adopt mental health support programs—such as counseling, screenings, and classroom-based interventions—report improvements in student well-being, including reduced anxiety and depression symptoms. Researchers also note gaps in access, with some students still missing timely or adequate support despite growing school-based mental health efforts. Read more…
Read More [+]April 29, 2026
According to K-12 Dive, researchers and educators say screen-heavy schedules and structured activities can displace imaginative, open-ended play. The concern is that increased device use and organized routines reduce time for creativity, peer interaction, and unstructured exploration, raising questions about how modern childhood experiences may be shaped by technology…
Read More [+]April 24, 2026
According to Edutopia, traditional school systems are not always designed for the realities faced by students experiencing academic disengagement, family instability, or trauma. Educators who work with these students understand this. Read more here!
Read More [+]April 23, 2026
Chronic or mental health conditions impact more than 40% of school-aged children. School nurses play a critical role in early identification and support, working with school-based behavioral healthcare teams and community providers to promote student well-being, improve attendance, and reduce health disparities. Explore NASN’s Mental…
Read More [+]April 23, 2026
Celebrate School Nurse Day, May 6, 2026, with ease. NASN’s official toolkit includes ready-to-use posters, social graphics and frames, a national proclamation, and messaging to help you recognize the impact of school nurses and engage your entire school community. Whether you’re a school nurse, administrator,…
Read More [+]April 20, 2026
These all-new interactive Physical Best workshops equip teachers with practical strategies to enhance health-related fitness instruction and assessment in ways that are effective and relevant for today’s students. Workshops are available as half-day sessions or can be combined into a full-day Physical Best training for K-12 teams and districts.
Read More [+]April 20, 2026
According to Nutrition Insight, a study finds that later and irregular sleep patterns in teenagers are tied to higher calorie intake, more frequent snacking and less physical activity, which may negatively affect diet quality and long‑term cardiovascular and metabolic health. Teens who get consistent, adequate sleep tend to have…
Read More [+]April 14, 2026
April is all about preparation, and we have the perfect way to help you spring forward. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re inviting you to join our Positivity Pledge throughout the entire month of May! The goal is simple: dedicate 31 days…
Read More [+]April 14, 2026
According to the Children’s Hospital Association, when we talk about hunger in America, we often focus on food access. But for children’s health, simply having food isn’t always enough. Across the country, many families have access to food but struggle to afford or get nutritious options that support a…
Read More [+]April 7, 2026
National Public Health Week (April 6–12, 2026) recognizes the power of public health actions and public health workers in building stronger and healthier communities. School nurses are essential to this work—advancing prevention, promoting wellness, and supporting population health every day in schools. Explore NASN’s…
Read More [+]We’ve had such tremendous growth in the building of connections to really support the whole child, getting all aspects of the school district on the same page, and having that common model to support every child.
