Additional Links for School Health
Topics
- After-school involvement
- Asthma
- Bullying
- Dental health
- Diabetes
- Drug and alcohol abuse
- Employee wellness
- Environmental health
- Health and student achievement
- Healthy youth development
- Immunizations
- Mental health
- Parent and community involvement
- Safety
Helpful resources
School Nurse Organization of Minnesota
The School Nurse Organization of Minnesota envisions student health for student success. School nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well-being, academic success and lifelong achievement of students.
Immunization Action Coalition
Vaccine information for health care professionals.
Seven Basic Needs: Minnesota Kids Count Data Book 2007 (PDF: 4MB/52 pages) - Children's Defense Fund Minnesota
Provides statewide indicators to define the size and scope of opportunities and challenges on the health and well-being of Minnesota's children. KIDS COUNT, a project of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, is a national and state-by-state effort to track the status of children in the U.S.
Minnesota Obesity Plan: Minnesota Plan to Reduce Obesity and Obesity-Related Chronic Diseases 2008-2013
This plan focuses on increasing physical activity, promoting healthy eating and a healthy weight.
Parent information
Minnesota Parents Know
Trusted parenting information, resources and activities to help your children grow, develop and learn from birth through high school.
PACER Center, Champions for Children with Disabilities
PACER Center is a parent training and information center for families of children and youth with all disabilities from birth through 21 years old. Parents can find publications, workshops, and other resources to help make decisions about education, vocational training, employment, and other services for their children with disabilities.
University of Minnesota Extension - Family Division
Research-based educational programs and products to help families make informed decisions for better health, financial security, and well-being.
CYFERnet (Children, Youth and Families Education and Research Network)
Practical research-based information from the nation's leading universities.
A Parent's Guide to the Teen Brain
Through the use of video, interactive segments, scenario-based role-playing experiences, and practical advice from experts, A Parent’s Guide to the Teen Brain explores the science behind teenage brain development and how it shapes normal teenage attitude and behavior.