Welcome back, and best wishes for a successful 2026–2027 school year! I hope you had a restful break and are feeling refreshed for the year ahead. Read on for updates and meaningful opportunities to get involved with CASN.
NASN 2026
It was so fun meeting some of you at the NASN conference! The event truly inspired me to push for what matters most: ensuring that every student with a health condition has the support they need to learn, participate fully, and thrive at school.
From unique ideas for pursuing grants and funding, to creative ways to use data to solicit support at the school and state level, it's clear we can do great work and inspire others with our efforts and ideas.
FALL CONFERENCE:
We're excited to reconnect with you at our fall conference - date and location coming soon. Keep an eye on your inbox next week for our Call for Presentations! We encourage you to submit a proposal if you have a topic you're passionate about or a practice, program, or process that could inspire and support other school nurses.
Would you like to join the fall conference planning committee? We would LOVE to have you. Click here to let us know of your interest.
COMMITTEES:
Speaking of committees, we are looking for a Membership liaison, Social Media coordinator, and volunteers for the Legislative Advocacy Committee. And YOU are just right for the job–no experience necessary!
Click Committee Descriptions for more details.
INTRODUCING our 26-27 BOARD:
President: Kala Bennett
Past President: Nicole Mar
President-elect: Tammy Jeffery
Treasurer: Caroline McElroy
Past Treasurer: Mary Lawson
Treasurer-Elect: Denise Nelson
Secretary: Lisa Fugit
Historian: Theresa Ross
FEEDBACK REQUESTED:
CASN is committed to supporting you in your important work and welcomes your ideas and expertise. If you've implemented a successful program, developed an effective practice, or have insights to share, we encourage you to present at our upcoming Fall or Spring Conference. Your experience can benefit school nurses across Colorado.
If you'd like to get involved or have questions, please reply to this message or contact us at casncoloradoschoolnurse@gmail.com
Thank you for all you do for Colorado students. I'm grateful to be part of this incredible community of school nurses and look forward to all we'll continue to accomplish together.
With gratitude,
Kala Bennett, CASN President
Colorado Association of School Nurses (CASN)
Children's Hospital Colorado School Health Program
Thornton, CO United States
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