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This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 8, 2025, as School Nurse Day in New York State, recognizing the critical role school nurses play in supporting students' health and academic success. The resolution highlights that since 1972, National School Nurse Day has been observed to foster understanding of school nurses' importance in educational settings, particularly as students face increasingly complex health challenges. The document emphasizes how school nurses serve as vital liaisons between schools, families, and healthcare providers, addressing students' physical and mental health needs while supporting their cognitive development. Particularly noting the COVID-19 pandemic's impact, the resolution underscores school nurses' essential contributions to public health, their involvement in school-based teams like health services and emergency planning, and their ability to connect health and learning. The legislative body aims to acknowledge the National Association of School Nurses and express gratitude for school nurses' efforts in keeping students healthy and ready to learn, ultimately requesting that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to Governor Hochul.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J931