Welcome back MCSNA Colleagues!
As we are about to go into another school year, we look at 2024-2025 as a new and exciting time ahead to have a positive impact on many young lives. Our career is one that others look at in awe. We have a skill that no other profession has. You should be proud of your dedication to such a caring and compassionate job that makes a difference to so many.
Morris County School Nurses Association (MCSNA) is geared up for another year to bring the latest research to our dedicated nurses. Our association’s website <http://mcsna.net/> is a great source of relevant information. Make yourselves comfortable with this link. You will find so much knowledge at your fingertips.
MCSNA works continuously to provide our members with innovative professional development, as well as opportunities to gather and share memories with our devoted colleagues:
- We will start the year off with our Fall membership dinner, which is scheduled for Thursday, October 17, 2024 and will feature a presentation by the Office of School Preparedness and Emergency Planning.
- MCSNA also makes possible for its members three programs throughout the school year. Each program is thoroughly investigated to bring the most important, sought-after subject matters when it comes to school nursing. This year’s talking points will include bone health, updated concussion research, and pertinent information regarding the Meningococcal disease. We welcome you to share with us any ideas/topics that you feel we should look into and develop a workshop for.
- Lastly, our school year always ends with a celebration dinner in May where we recognize our county’s retirees and invite a keynote speaker to enlighten us.
Information will be added to the "Event Hub" page on our website as the dates of all the above events get closer. Be sure to follow instructions with regards to opening/closing dates with registrations, etc.
Did you ever want to be a part of something that makes a huge difference in our career and will help others become better at what they do? How about stepping up to be part of the MCSNA executive board or a committee chairperson. You would never be alone. The current positions are held by many knowledgeable, caring and ambitious people (no doubt since they are nurses). Reach out to me or a committee person you might feel inspired to work with on their committee of choice.
Where will you find the latest information on programs/dinners, recalls, job opportunities, resources, committee details, and contact information for our board members and chair people? Our association website provides you with all of this. Looking for a blast from the past or trip down memory lane? Our historian link provides that to you on our website. Visit the website <http://mcsna.net/>. I promise, you will not be disappointed.
Please join MCSNA. Our website gives you the link to do just that. There are many benefits to being a member, from updated information related to our nursing field, attendance at our programs for FREE, and a membership directory which is generated once enrollment closes – just to name a few. Being part of the association keeps you connected. Don’t wait to join, membership is open now!!
As school nurses, summers are necessary to recharge. Once we return to our offices, we are the medical energizer bunnies that do not stop. Take the needed time now to relax; enjoy family and friends; travel or participate in stay-cationing. We at MCSNA are here for you when you return. You are never alone – and we encourage to reach out whenever you feel it is necessary.
All the best to you as you walk through the school doors this year. Go out and make a difference in the lives you are entrusted with.
In Health,
Wendy Madonia
President
201.310.8742
madonialoveslucy@aol.com
