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State & National Resources

  • AAP School Health Resources 

    This is an excellent source of  information about common chronic health conditions and the importance of health and wellness to academic success. 

    Visit AAP School Health 

  • Caring for Every Child's Mental Health

    This is a child focused web page of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.  They offer an overview of programs and resources to support the mental health of children and youth.

    Visit SAMHSA Mental Health for Children and Families

  • Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) 

    FARE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was formed in 2012 as the result of a merger between the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network and the Food Allergy Initiative. Their goal is to improve the health of individuals with food allergies by offering resources, support, and advocacy. 

    This link is connected to information specific to education and schools.

    Visit FARE

  • Seattle Children's Hospital

    Their Health Professionals web page provides links to a variety of continuing education opportunities, information about specific health conditions and assistance with referrals and contacting their health care providers.

    Visit Seattle Children's Hospital

  • OSPI Health Services 

    OSPI is the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and is based in Olympia, Washington. This is the most helpful site for information about Washington State school health law and practice standards. There are several manuals and guides that are invaluable for school nursing practice.

    Visit OSPI Health Services Resources

  • OSPI Equity and Civil Rights

    This office at OSPI works to ensure that students have access to public education without discrimination and provides information about the rights and responsibilities under civil rights laws including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

    Visit OSPI Equity and Civil Rights

  • Washington State Department of Health - Vital Records

    Visit DOH Vital Records

  • National board certification for school nursing (nbcsn)

    Board certification in school nursing is a formal recognition of advanced knowledge, competence, and a personal commitment to excellence in the specialty practice of school nursing on behalf of the better health and education of school-age children.

    Visit NBCSN