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The impetus for this special issue was to address the lack of research focused on the collaboration of school personnel (i.e., school psychologists and special education teachers) and school nurses when meeting the mental health and health care needs of children. It is surprising that highly recognized professions working within schools, and who often work with same children, rarely collaborate with the goal of enhancing student learning. Although it is common for school psychologists to request vision and hearing examinations prior to conducting an evaluation or for school psychologists to consult with school nurses regarding medication that has been prescribed to students, active involvement of school nurses during the evaluation and classification process appears limited. In addition, school nurses appear to have limited input during the development and implementation of interventions. The primary aim of this special issue is to demonstrate how school personnel and school nurses can collaborate when developing prevention programs, addressing chronic health needs, and addressing the health needs of children with special needs. Another unique aspect of this special issue is that several of the articles were co-authored by a school nurse or nurse and a school psychologist. |
