School Health Services
Countryside Public Health’s role in the schools has transitioned in the last 10 years to a non-direct nursing service. The services are offered at no cost to the schools. The collaboration between public health and the schools can help all students and families reach their optimal health.
Topic Areas Include:
• Handwashing
• Dental Health
• Puberty
• Bike Safety
• Poison Control
• Mental/Emotional Health
• Tobacco/Vaping Use
• Nutrition
School Public Health Nurses (PHN) provide health education, screening, referral & follow-up, disease surveillance, counseling (1:1 and support groups), and advocating for healthcare access with community partners. A School PHN’s partnership with the school nurse, school counselor, and administration helps align health equality for all the students and families they serve.
To connect your school with our public health school services contact:
Nicole Erickson
[email protected]
School Health Packets for 2023/2024
September 2023 Packet - Handwashing
October 2023 Packet - Poison Control
November 2023 Packet - Bullying
April 2024 - Severe Weather Safety
Spring 2024 - Bike & Pedestrian Safety
CPH School Health Services Newsletters for 2023/2024
September.October 2023 Newsletter
November.December 2023 Newsletter
February.March 2024 Newsletter
Other Resources:
The Blue Polar Bear Book - brought to you by the CHC of Yellow Medicine County
For more information about The Blue Polar Bear book - reach out to Jessica at the Chemical Health Coalition of Yellow Medicine County at [email protected].
