National School Nurse Day - May 7th, 2025
May 7th, 2025, mark those calendars because we're about to celebrate one of the most unsung heroes in our education system - it's National School Nurse Day, baby! A Brief History The origins of this holiday can be traced back to 1953, when the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) was formed. The goal was to provide a unified voice for the dedicated professionals who worked tirelessly behind the scenes, caring for our nation's schoolchildren. In 1972, the NASN designated the first week of May as National School Nurse Week, with the Wednesday of that week being National School Nurse Day . Traditions and Celebrations Today, this special day is celebrated in schools across the country, honoring the tireless efforts of school nurses. Here are some popular traditions: Students, teachers, and parents shower their school nurses with cards, flowers, and heartfelt thank-you notes. Schools host special events, such as breakfasts, lunches, or even entire appreciatio...