School Nursing

Are We Becoming Numb to School Shootings and Violence?

This past week, an elementary school that holds a special place in my heart and my community was impacted by a threat posted on social media. Thankfully, the threat was reported to law enforcement, and the individual responsible was apprehended. While I am grateful that the threat was taken seriously, the experience is a sobering… Continue reading Are We Becoming Numb to School Shootings and Violence?

School Nursing

Looking for Storytellers!

Robin was one of the most prolific storytellers I have ever known. She understood the power of a story to connect us, move us and remind us why the work we do matters. One of the lessons both Robin and I took away from the Johnson & Johnson School Health Leadership Program was: “No stories… Continue reading Looking for Storytellers!

School Nursing

Grandparents Day: Seeing It From the Other Side

Happy Heavenly Grandparents Day, Robin. ❤️ Becoming a grandmother made your fierce commitment to children even more personal. You didn’t just want to protect the children in front of you but  protect their futures. You fought harder, spoke louder, educated more passionately, and believed deeply in creating a healthier future for children and generations to… Continue reading Grandparents Day: Seeing It From the Other Side