About

We love school nurses.
School nurses are the most critical ally for children with chronic conditions, holding a special position to understand health needs and advocate for the family across health and education systems.

Why we exist.
Established in 2017, the School Nurse Link program connects public, charter and private schools with the resources offered by Medicaid health plans in Missouri. It was created to support the faithful dedication of school nurses to the well-being of children and families. Through case management and other programs, health plans can provide time-saving services to school nurses and enhanced benefits to families. Linkages between schools and health plans offer much potential to improve health status and the overall care experience for children and families.

Leadership
School Nurse Link is guided by a leadership council comprised of representatives from:

Coordinated School Health Program
Missouri Asthma Prevention and Control Program
Missouri School Boards’ Association
Missouri Primary Care Association
Missouri Association of School Nurses
MO HealthNet
Home State Health
Missouri Care/Wellcare
United Healthcare

More Information
For information about School Nurse Link or to share feedback, send an email to info@schoolnurselink.com or contact:

Peggy Gaddy, RRT, MBA
Program Coordinator
Missouri Asthma Prevention and Control Program
peggy.gaddy@health.mo.gov
(573) 522-2876

Children have a right to be healthy and ready to learn.
School nurses are essential in making this right real.
We are committed to linking school nurses and children
to health system resources that can make this happen.
-- Peggy Gaddy, RRT, MBA, Program Manager
Missouri Asthma Prevention and Control Program

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