Happy School Nurse Day - May 8, 2024

Your dedication and tireless efforts in fostering each student's capacity to thrive and succeed are deeply appreciated. Health and education are closely linked, and your role is pivotal in establishing and maintaining student health. School nurses occupy the critical junction of healthcare and education. For over 120 years, school nurses have played an essential role in enhancing public health and ensuring students' academic success. Students encounter increasingly complex and life-threatening health issues that require attention at school. School nurses tackle social determinants that affect students' health. We do all this with a smile and compassionate concern for students and their families.

Thank you for advocating for the health needs of every student, addressing the wider health and safety issues affecting school communities, and for your unwavering commitment to our profession. May your day be filled with unexpected joys from children and moments that reaffirm your decision to pursue School Nursing.

Liz

Elizabeth Elliott

President, Maryland Association of School Health Nurses