MASHN is a professional school nurse organization dedicated to promoting the role of school nurses in contributing to the health and educational success of students. MASHN provides leadership, advocacy, and linkages to the Board of Nursing, State Agencies, and other pertinent organizations. MASHN is committed to the advancement of school health programs through professional development.
MASHN envisions school nurses who are prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century in assisting students and families to meet their health and educational goals and to advance the practice of school health.
To increase public awareness of the relationship between optimum health and the educational success of all students.
To assist school nurses in advancing their knowledge and skills in order to deliver a comprehensive school health services programs.
To have MASHN recognized as a leading professional organization for school nurses throughout the state of Maryland.
updated 4/5/08