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The Center provides technical resources, education, and support to school health professionals across New York State.
We support more than School Nurses and School Medical Directors!
We are here to provide support to the entire coordinated school health team.

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Explore NYSCSH’s Professional Learning

Receive training and gain knowledge from a credible source utilizing accessible platforms.

This page offers Website Courses and access to the Learning Management System.

NYSCSH e-Learning and Learning Management System (LMS)

Are You a New School Nurse? Health Educator? School Medical Director?

The NYSCSH is a contracted technical assistance center of the New York State Education Department. We provide support and assistance, health and education resources, and professional education for School Nurses, School Medical Directors, School Health Educators (teachers), and other allied school health professionals.

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2022 Profiles and 2023 YRBS Report

This document provides selected data from the surveys and resources which can be used to educate staff, families, and communities.

The information provided could also be used to support schools in reducing student health risks and increase school wellness initiatives.

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New York State School Health Education Requirements Summary

This summary contains the required topics in health education, the instructional staff responsible for teaching each topic, and the corresponding required grade levels.

NYS Health Education Requirements

NYSED Guidance For HIV/AIDS Prevention Education

The NYSED, NYSDOH AIDS Institute, and other experts have updated the document Guidance for HIV/AIDS Prevention Education.
This school resource was released in May 2025.

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Transgender Awareness Week

Transgender Awareness Week takes place annually from November 13 to 19. People and organizations around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help increase understanding about transgender people and the issues members of the community face. It brings attention to advancing advocacy around issues of prejudice, discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community.

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School Connectedness Helps Students Thrive

School connectedness is when students feel that adults and peers in school care about their learning as well as about them as individuals. This includes a sense of being cared for, being supported, and belonging at school. Schools play a critical role in promoting students’ health and development and can take action to help students feel connected.

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News & Events are continuously updated to keep you informed on the latest articles and events from outside agencies that may interest you.

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Boosting Student Engagement Through Games

11/5/25 Edutopia kicks off Jam Sessions, a new asynchronous chat series. These teacher-led threads are designed to help you quickly collect and share practical, ready-to-use classroom ideas. First up focuses on how to boost student engagement through games.

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