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SUMMARY:Policy Pathways for School Nurses
DESCRIPTION:Policy Pathways for School Nurses \nEmbark on a transformative journey in school nurse leadership and policy. \nJanuary 2026 – April 2026 \nYour journey to policy confidence starts here! \nThe Illinois Association of School Nurses (IASN) proudly presents Policy Pathways for School Nurses — a one-of-a-kind learning experience designed to empower school nurses to lead in advocacy and policy at every level. \nThis innovative program blends engaging instruction with real-world application to remove the mystery (and fear!) often associated with public policy\, legislation\, and advocacy. Whether you are new to policy work or ready to expand your leadership capacity\, this program will elevate your voice\, skills\, confidence\, and impact. \nWhat Participants Will Gain \n\nA clear understanding of the legislative and policymaking process in Illinois\nEnhanced advocacy skills to confidently engage with policymakers\nThe ability to influence change at both the local and state levels\nHands-on experience in real policy environments\nUp to TBD contact hours\, earned through:\n\nFour interactive virtual learning sessions\nOne in-person Capitol experience\, including meetings with legislators\n\n\n\nTake the next step on your Policy Pathway — and join IASN in shaping the future of school health policy in Illinois! \nApplicant Requirements \nApplicants must be: \n\nA current IASN member or prospective member\nCurrently working as a school nurse\n\nProgram Overview \nPolicy Pathways for School Nurses \nPresented by the Illinois Association of School Nurses (IASN)\nEmpowering school nurses to lead with confidence in advocacy and policy. \nVirtual Learning Series \nHosted via Zoom | Tuesdays | 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM\nAttendance is required for all sessions. \nSession One | January 13 \nFoundations of Policy and the Legislative Process from a Nurse Perspective\nSpeaker: Jameszetta James-Thompson\, EdD\, MJ\, MSN\, RN\, ASC-BC\, ACM-RN \nSession Two | February 10 \nInside the Process: How Legislation Takes Shape\nSpeaker: Dagmara Avelar\, State Representative\, Illinois 85th District \nSession Three | March 10 \nPower\, Perception\, and Policy: Navigating the Influences\nSpeaker: Lovey Reynolds\, APRN\, FNP-BC\, CPN\, CNE \nSession Four | April 07 \nThe School Nurse Voice: Becoming an Effective Policy Influencer\nSpeaker: TBD \nSession Five: Capitol Experience\, Report-Out & Program Completion \nIASN School Nurse Hill Day \nIllinois State Capitol – Springfield\, IL\nApril 14 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nParticipants will meet with legislators\, engage in advocacy activities\, and gain an immersive understanding of how policy is shaped in Illinois. \nSpeakers: \n\nLisell Zuñiga\, BSN\, RN\, PEL-CSN\nDebbie Broadfield\, Capital Edge Consulting\n\nLegislative Dinner \nApril 14 | 6:00 PM (optional)\nLocation: TBD\nParticipants will pay for their own dinner. \nCriteria for Successful Completion \nTo successfully complete the 2026 Policy Pathways for School Nurses Program and earn TBD contact hours\, participants must: \n\nAttend all four virtual learning sessions\nAttend the in-person Capitol session in Springfield\nParticipate in the final evaluation and report-out session
URL:https://www.iasn.org/event/policy-pathways-for-school-nurses/
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