Chronic Absenteeism | Healthy Schools Campaign

Chronic Absenteeism: U.S. Dept of Education- Supporting student attendance and combating chronic absenteeism in our nation's schools

Defining Excused Absences (ADE)

Homebound Instruction (ADE)

Attendance Resources (NASN)

Food Allergies | CDC
Provides school resources, including Food Allergy Facts, Voluntary Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in Schools and Early Care and Education Programs, and a Food Allergies in Schools Tool Kit, linked below.

Food Allergies in Schools Toolkit | Healthy Schools | CDC

Latex Allergy Prevention Guide
Provides levels of response to latex with symptoms and additional resources. 

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE)
Provides resources for schools, health professionals, health educators, and families, including emergency care plans and a toolkit for classrooms.

Allergy & Asthma Network
Provides advocacy, education, resources, and downloadable infographics for schools and parents.  Some are available in English and Spanish.

BeeAware Allergy
Provides information and free resources in English and Spanish to help educate students and families on bee sting allergies. 

NASN Allergy and Anaphylaxis
Provides resources on sample policies, protocols, and allergy/anaphylaxis management.

Arizona Resource Guide: Supporting Children with Life-Threatening Food Allergies (2012)

Protocol for Emergency Administration of Epinephrine in School - ADHS & ADE (2019)

School Training Presentation for Use of Epinephrine Auto-Injector for Anaphylaxis - ADHS (2019)

Template: Standard Orders for Auto-Injectable Epinephrine in a School Setting - AHDS & ADE (2019)

Report Form for School Emergency Administration of Auto-Injectable Epinephrine - ADHS (2019)

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan (FARE)

Allergies & Anaphylaxis Resources (NASN)

Asthma | CDC
Provides information on developing, implementing, and evaluating school-based asthma programs and a toolkit for districts and schools to create asthma-friendly schools. Includes information for school leaders. 

Arizona Asthma Coalition

Allergy & Asthma Network
Provides education, advocacy, and resources for schools and families.

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI)
This professional organization is made up of allergists/immunologists, other medical specialists, allied health, and related healthcare professionals dedicated to the practice of allergy, asthma, and immunology.  

American Lung Association
Resources for students, families, and schools include Asthma Basics, Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative, Asthma Medication in Schools, Back to School with Asthma Toolkit, Kickin' Asthma, and Open Airways For Schools.

Asthma Friendly Schools Initiative & Toolkit (American Lung Association)

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
Provides support to individuals, schools, and communities about asthma and allergies through support, advocacy, education, and research

Asthma Resources (NASN)

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) | CDC
Provides symptoms, treatment, research, and recommendations.  

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry ADHD Resource Center

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) | CDC
Provides signs, treatment, research, and recommendations. 

Autism Speaks
The largest autism advocacy organization in the US, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. 

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
Albany University's affiliated resource center that brings research and practice together in community settings. CARD Albany provides evidence-based training and support to families and free professional development and parent seminars.

Autism Clinical Center - Child Mind Institute

Arizona law does not require AEDs in schools. However, a school site that obtains an AED is not authorized to allow its use until all requirements of the state law have been met at that site.

Here are the Arizona laws for AEDs.

Note: The law does not require or indicate what type of AED should be utilized in schools. When considering which AED to purchase, consider these 5 important factors: total cost of ownership, size and weight, connectivity, pediatric capabilities, and fully automatic vs. semi-automatic.

AEDs In Schools

It is important to advocate for AEDs in our schools as AEDs can drastically improve the survival rate of students and adults in schools who suffer from sudden cardiac arrest.1 Once trained, anyone can use an AED; here are some tips to follow when implementing AEDs in your school.

1. AEDs should be within 3 minutes of every location within the school.  Each school is different and may have a different policy on where to place their AEDs, but you may want to ensure they are placed near the gymnasium, in the main lobby, with the nurse, with the athletic trainer, and/or in the middle of the hallways.
2. A designated staff member should be responsible for maintaining all AEDs within the school. This means doing monthly maintenance checks such as ensuring the battery and pads are plugged in, ensuring the machine is not beeping, and checking the Active Status Indicator Light is flashing green. A log of all monthly maintenance checks should be kept to ensure the AED is ready to be used.
3. A Cardiac Emergency Action Plan is a written plan that explains the exact actions that will take place in an emergency. These actions should be very clear and very specific. Click here for sample plans that can be utilized at your school.
4. Implement Life-Saving Drills to be prepared for a sudden cardiac arrest emergency. This will help the Cardiac Response Team practice their Cardiac Emergency Action Plan to help save a life in an emergency. These drills should be done once annually, as cardiac arrest can affect anyone at any age, and it is crucial that these steps are in place to give someone the best possible chance of surviving.

Andersen LW, Holmberg MJ, Granfeldt A, Lofgren B, Vellano K, McNally BF, et al. on behalf of the CARES Surveillance Group. Neighborhood characteristics, bystander automated external defibrillator use, and patient outcomes in public out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Resuscitation 2018;126:72–79.

Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome

The SADS Foundation recommends that all children with a SADS condition have an Individualized Care Plan, a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan, and an AED program at their school. If you have a SADS child at your school and have not had a discussion with their parents about care plans, we strongly suggest you do so today. Please view the SADS Foundation School Nurse webpage for additional information, support, and resources.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

School Nurses’ Perceived Barriers and Perceptual Influences When Implementing AED Programs

Project Adam: CPR & AED Resources

Project Adam Arizona Affiliate 

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) State Law Fact Sheet

Register your AED: Save Hearts in Arizona Registry and Education (AZ SHARE)

Bloodborne Infectious Disease Risk Factors | CDC
Provides information and resources for prevention.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration Resources (OSHA):

Bloodborne Pathogens and Needlestick Prevention
This webpage provides an overview of bloodborne pathogens, including standards, guidance, hazard recognition, evaluating and controlling exposure, and other helpful information.

Bloodborne Pathogen Standard 1910.130
Provides all required elements of the OSHA Standard applicable to all occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. 

Bloodborne Pathogens Plan Fact Sheet
Provides a quick overview of the BBP standard. 

Model Exposure Control Plans for Bloodborne Pathogens Standards (OSHA)
Provides a model exposure control plan to meet the requirements of the OSHA bloodborne standard. The written plans must be accessible to all employees, either online or in an area where they are available for review. 

Frequently Asked BBP Questions (OSHA)
Provides a list of answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding BBP standards and provides regional office contact information. 

Arizona Data

• Exploring Unhealthy Weight Control Behaviors Among Arizona Youth (International Journal of Eating Disorders) | ADHS          
• YRBS 2021 Data Graphic Unhealthy Weight Control Behaviors | ADHS

         Curriculum

• BodyKind High School Body Image Curriculum | BE REAL USA

Be Real’s BodyKind is an evidence-based high school body image curriculum to address the needs of today's students. Lessons focus on appearance judgment, self-compassion, social media, and compassion for others. This FREE 3-lesson curriculum includes lesson plans, worksheets, exercises, and classroom slides. To access and download the free curriculum materials, educators can register, watch the professional development training video, and take an 11-question quiz on the BE REAL website. 

• Let's Eat! Middle and High School Nutrition Curriculum | BE REAL USA

Be Real’s Let's Eat! is a weight-neutral, research-based nutrition curriculum that encourages young people to fuel themselves for their lives and listen to their own unique needs and body cues. This FREE 4-lesson curriculum includes lesson plans, worksheets, exercises, and classroom slides. To access and download the free curriculum materials, educators can register, watch the professional development training video, and take an 11-question quiz on the BE REAL website. 

          Training

• Become a BE REAL Ambassador | BE REAL USA
• Be Body Positive Training for Educators and Student Leaders | The Body Positive
• Body Confident Schools Training | BE REAL & STRIPED, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
• Free Eating Disorder Training Series | Oregon Health Authority
• Screening, Symptom Recognition & Referral to Treatment for Eating Disorders in Pediatric Primary Care | Webinar with CME for RNs - STRIPED, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Resources

• Academy for Eating Disorders
  • AED Position Statement | Guidelines for Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs
• National Alliance for Eating Disorders
  • The Definitive Guide to All Types of Eating Disorders
• National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)
  • Resource Center
• WithAll
  • A Simple Guide for What to Say
  • Beyond Body Talk: Simple Ways to Help Kids Feel Good in Their Bodies
  • Coach’s Challenge

National Association of School Nurses - Prevention and Intervention of Bullying and Cyberbullying in Schools
NASN position statement, which includes a summary, background, rationale, and resources on bullying for school nurses.

National Association of School Psychologists - A Framework for School-Wide Bullying Prevention and Safety
Provides resources for schools and families to support children and youth through crisis and trauma, including a specific section on bullying.

National Library of Medicine-Bullying and Cyberbullying
MedlinePlus offers resources, prevention strategies, and risk factors for school health professionals, parents, and students.

StopBullying.gov
A federal government website managed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services offers resources and guidance on bullying: What is Bullying, Cyberbullying, Who is at Risk, Prevent Bullying, Get Help, and other resources for school health professionals.

American Cancer Society
Provides A-Z resources, treatment and support, research, and involvement opportunities.  

Care in Children and Adolescents
Information includes prevalence, outlook, possible causes, differences in cancer between adults and children, treatment, clinical trials, and things to consider for childhood cancer survivors.   

Childhood Cancer
Provides information for parents regarding childhood cancer, such as what cancer is, treatment, and coping. 

CPR | AED Resources

American Heart Association (AHA)
Resources for the Educator 

Hands-Only CPR Training

Anyone Can Save A Life
Voluntary emergency action planning program after-school program that trains students for after-school practices and events.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): First aid - Mayo Clinic

Blood Pressure Management

A Pocket Guide to Blood Pressure Measurement in Children

Heart Disease Awareness

Go Red for Women
Tools and resources to empower women to take charge of their heart health. 

Heart Disease Information for National Heart Month-February (CDC)

Support Organizations

SADS (Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome Foundation)
Provides resources for school personnel and families on sudden arrhythmia death syndrome (SADS). 

Connected by Hearts Young Survivors Group
Provides education, support, and networking to young cardiac arrest survivors or those living with heart-related illnesses. This website is designed by young people for young people.   

Louis J. Acompora Memorial Foundation
Provides information on sports safety, focusing on placing AEDs in schools, education on commotio cordis, and sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).   

Parent Heart Watch
Resources for advocacy and education for schools and families about sudden cardiac arrest.   

Project Adam & Phoenix Children's Hospital

Beyond Celiac Resources

Information For School Resource Page
Gluten-Free Webinar Archives
Here you will find PDFs and links to past Webinars available for download.

Beyond Celiac PDF Files for Downloading

Importance of School Nurse Education & How-To Strategies for Parents of Gluten-Free Kids

Back to School Toolkit

Cerebral Palsy (CP) | CP
CP is the most common motor disability in childhood, and children with CP and their families need support. Learn more about CP and what signs to look for in young children.

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Resources

Cerebral Palsy: Hope Through Research | National Institute of Neurological Disorders
This webpage provides detailed information regarding what constitutes cerebral palsy, early signs, causes, risk factors, prevention, different forms, associated conditions, diagnosis, treatment, special health challenges for adults, research, and other resources.  

CDC Heads Up Concussion Resources

Heads Up - Safe Brain. Stronger Future. 
Keeping children and teens healthy and safe is always a top priority. Whether you are a parent, youth sports coach, school coach, school professional, or healthcare provider, this site will help you recognize, respond to, and minimize the risk of concussion or other serious brain injury.

Heads Up Resources 
Provides online, print, and video materials along with Head Injury Concussion Resources for physicians, coaches, school nurses, teachers, and counselors.

Heads Up for Schools 
Provides online concussion training for school professionals and tools and resources for school personnel, coaches, and parents.

Healthy Schools: Oral Health (CDC)

ADHS Office of Oral Health

• Cavity-Free AZ Sealant Program: School-based Sealant Program, Fluoride Mouth Rinse Program, and Fluoride Varnish Program
  • Pima County Health Department, Oral Health Program
  • Gila County Health Services Division
  • Sun Life Health

Dental Assistance Programs

ADA Give Kids A Smile® Program

This program enhances the oral health of large numbers of needy children. Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) activities also highlight for policymakers the ongoing challenges that disadvantaged families face in finding dental care. Find a program.

Smiles Change Lives 
This program promotes and provides access to orthodontic care for qualified young people aged 10-18 from low-income families nationwide.  

Seal a Smile Oral Health Services
The Healthy Capital District Initiative works to increase access to coverage, provides health planning expertise, and supports health prevention programs across the Capital Region. 

Professional Dental Organizations

Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
Professional association of general dentists. A general dentist is the primary care provider for patients of all ages and is responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, management, and overall coordination of services related to patients' oral health needs. 

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)
Is a membership organization representing the specialty of pediatric dentistry. Pediatric dentistry is one of the nine recognized dental specialties of the American Dental Association. Pediatric dentists complete two to three years of additional specialized training (after the required four years of dental school) to prepare them for treating a wide variety of children's dental problems.

American Dental Association (ADA)
Is the oldest and largest national dental society in the world. Since then, the ADA has grown to become the leading source of oral health-related information for dentists and their patients. 

Dental Resources for Students with Special Health Care Needs

Autism Dental Information Guide for Dental Professionals
This guide was created for dental professionals to use in supporting families with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). This information can help facilitate more positive experiences for parents/ caregivers, the dental team providing treatment, and the child on the autism spectrum.

Focus on Children and Adolescents with Special Health Care Needs National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
This series of five modules is designed to provide health professionals with information to help ensure that children with special health care needs have access to health promotion and disease prevention services that address their unique oral health needs in a comprehensive, family-centered, and community-based manner.

National Institute of Health, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research Oral Conditions in Children with Special Needs: A Guide for Health Care Providers 

Smiles for Life
Teeth Whitening for Disabled Children, March through June, hundreds of dental practices professionally whiten teeth to raise money for underprivileged and disabled children. 

American Diabetes Association - Arizona Revised Statutes (15-344.01)

American Diabetes Association- Health Privacy Laws in the School Setting

Diabetes Network of Arizona- 504 Plans: Legally required support at school

Diabetes In Children (NASN)

Type 1 Diabetes Awareness Toolkit: Educating Families About Early Detection Screening for Type 1 Diabetes

Helping the Students with Diabetes Succeed (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease, 2020)

Type 1 Diabetes Information Sheet

Type 1 Diabetes Care in School: Arizona-Specific Video

School Preparedness Webpage (ADE)

PREPaRE is a crisis prevention and intervention model that prepares educators and school-based mental health professionals to feel confident in their abilities when they fill specific roles and responsibilities during a crisis event.

PREPaRE focuses on the following activities: 

     Prevent and prepare for crises

     Reaffirm physical health & welfare, and perceptions of safety & security

     Evaluate psychological trauma risk

     Provide interventions

     and

     Respond to mental health needs

     Examine the effectiveness of crisis preparedness

Request a PREPaRE workshop for your school or district by completing the PREPaRE Workshop Request Form.

Emergency Operations Planning (EOPs) | ADE

Emergency Planning | SchoolSafety.gov

How Schools Can Prepare for Disasters | American Red Cross

School Preparedness | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Youth and Emergency Planning | Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Emergency Resources, Equipment, and Supplies List (NASN)

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

HIPAA vs. FERPA

HHS: Application of FERPA and HIPAA to Student Health Records

HHS: FAQs on HIPAA & FERPA

NASN: HIPAA and FERPA

2025 Emergency Guidelines for Schools (Arizona Redbook)

Influenza in Arizona - ADHS Schools & Childcare Facilities

ADHS Toolkit: Guidelines for Controlling Influenza-Like Illness Outbreaks in Schools and Childcare Facilities (2020)

Guidance for School Administrators to Help Reduce the Spread of Seasonal Influenza in K-12 Schools

Arizona Revised State Statutes and Rules:  Hearing Screening

ADHS Sensory Screening Program

Updated (2024) Hearing and Vision Screening Guidance

ADHS Sensory Screening Program Training

Arizona Lions Vision and Hearing Foundation

Arizona Homeless Education Program | Arizona Department of Education

Arizona Homeless Education Program Overview Video

McKinney-Vento Homeless Liaison Contact List

Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS):

Arizona Guide to Immunizations Required for School Entry-2025/2026 School Year

Immunization Screening and Referral form- Incomplete vaccinations notice

School Immunization Quick-look Toolkit

Introduction to ASIIS for School Staff

Arizona Immunization Program- Resources for Schools & Child Care Centers 

Immunization Exemption Forms

• Medical Exemption Form - Must be completed by the student’s medical provider.
• Personal Beliefs Exemption Form (Spanish) - Must be completed by the parent or guardian of a student attending Kindergarten through 12th grade. The initials of the parent/guardian and the date are required next to each vaccine-preventable disease description, in addition to the signature and date at the bottom of the form.
• Religious Beliefs Exemption Form (Spanish) - Must be completed by the parent or guardian of a child attending childcare or preschool programs. The initials of the parent/guardian and the date are required next to each vaccine-preventable disease description, in addition to the signature and date at the bottom of the form.

Statutes and Rules for Immunization Requirements:

• Arizona Revised Statutes 15-871 through 15-874
• Arizona Administrative Code, Title 9, Article 7
  • Revised Rules Sep 2018 – Easy-to-Read version

Additional Resources:

TAPI Immunization Resources for School Nurses & Health Office Staff

Arizona Personal Belief Exemption Map

Communicable Disease Reporting - ADHS Schools & Childcare Facilities

'Infectious Disease Flip Chart' (ADHS 2017) This Flip Chart serves as a reference guide for individuals responsible for the health and safety of children in school and childcare settings.

Healthy Kids App

Lice Lessons: NASN Tools For School Nurses An educational initiative designed to help school nurses reduce fear and stigma and help parents navigate treatment choices.

NEW!  Measles Toolkit for Schools (ADHS)

American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP):

Measles | AAP

Measles Vaccine | AAP

Measles Prevention and Control | AAP

Measles Toolkit | AAP

AAP Red Book Hot Topics Live Webinar: Measles

Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS):

About Measles | Arizona Department of Health Services | ADHS

Measles Surveillance Toolkit For Healthcare Settings | ADHS-April 2025

Measles Clinical and Diagnostic Webinar | ADHS- updated March 21, 2025

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC):

Measles Cases and Outbreaks | CDC

About Measles (Rubeola) | CDC

Measles Vaccination Information | CDC

Measles: 14^th Edition “Pink Book”, Chapter 13

Clinical Overview of Measles : Diagnosis, Laboratory Testing, and Outbreak Response | CDC- March 5, 2025

To receive continuing education (CE) for this course, please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog. Then, follow the steps below.

• • 1. Register for and complete the course. 2. Pass the post-assessment with a percentage of 80%. 3. Complete the evaluation. Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

Preventing Spread of Infections in K-12 Schools | CDC- School Preparedness

Preparing and Responding to Measles: Checklist for Summer Camps | CDC

The Arizona Partnership for Immunizations (TAPI):

Measles Information | TAPI

2025 Measles Outbreak: Resources and Updates for Local Health Departments | TAPI- NACCHO

Reporting Measles:

Measles is a reportable disease in Arizona. The Arizona Administrative Code, R9-6-202 and R9-6-204, require providers and laboratories to report cases or suspect cases of measles within 24 hours. Healthcare providers and labs can refer to the ADHS Office of Infectious Disease Services' Reporting of Communicable Diseases page to access information regarding the reporting of communicable diseases.

If measles is suspected, notify your local health department immediately.

• Apache County - 928-337-4364
• Cochise County - 520-432-9400
• Coconino County - 928-679-7272
• Gila County - 928-402-8811
• Graham County - 928-428-1962
• Greenlee County - 928-865-2601
• La Paz County - 928-669-1100
• Maricopa County - 602-506-6767

Maricopa County Measles Information Page

• Mohave County - 928-753-0714
• Navajo County - 928-532-6050
• Pima County - 520-724-7797

Pima County Measles Information Page

• Pinal County - 520-866-6239
• Santa Cruz County - 520-375-7900
• Yavapai County - 928-771-3134
• Yuma County - 928-317-4550

For urgent calls outside of normal business hours, if you are unable to reach the appropriate county health department, please call ADHS at (480) 303-1191 (Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center answering service).

Sample Letters:

Sample Community Letter About Measles

CDC Public Health Checklist Measles

Information pamphlets and flyers:

How to Spot Measles- TAPI’s Measles Signs and Symptoms Flyer

Measles- It isn’t Just a Little Rash- CDC

Measles Clinical Fact Sheet- CDC

988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline

Teen Lifeline- Arizona’s only teen-to-teen crisis hotline Call Text 602-248-8336(TEEN), outside Maricopa call 1-800-248-8336(TEEN)

School and Behavioral Health Partnerships Resource Guide(2025)

Mental Health & Wellness webpage (ADE)

Project AWARE- Advancing Wellness & Resiliency in Education (ADE)

Training available to school staff & community members:

• Youth Mental Health First Aid Training: Virtual Training with A Live facilitator. This is an interactive, online training. The training itself is 6 hours and requires approximately 2 hours of pre-course work. Cameras are required to stay on throughout the training. This training is offered through several community organizations. Please email us at [email protected] to set up a course for your campus. 
• Suicide Alertness for Everyone (SafeTALK):  In-person training, English language. This course takes approximately 3.5 hours. Register Here

Mental Telehealth- ADE/ Cartwheel Partnership

Mental Health Webinar: A Guide for School Nurse & Health Staff (Nov 2021) / PDF Slides ADE partnered with Touchstone Health Services, Teen Lifeline, and Project AWARE to educate Arizona school nurses and health office staff on how to identify and respond to common mental health challenges youth face in relation to COVID-19.  Click the link below and enter the passcode to access the recorded event!

Accessing Behavioral Health Services in Schools

School-Based Universal Referral Form- English  (Spanish)

Addressing Anxiety & Stress (NASN)

Mental Health Resources (NASN)

Talk. They Hear You (SAMHSA) 

The resources below can support building healthy environments that support student health and academic achievement. 

Arizona Summer Food Service Program

Nutrition and Physical Activity Programs (ADHS)

The Language of Health Style Guide

Safe and Healthy Students(ADE)

Comprehensive School Wellness(ADE)

AZ Health Zone

Health & Nutrition Services (ADE)

Local School Wellness Policy (CDC)

Parents for Healthy Schools (CDC)

The School Training Overdose Preparedness and Intelligence Taskforce (STOP-IT) has been formed to help schools with the fentanyl and opioid crisis. 

Narcan Request Form- District/Charter Schools

STOP-IT Fentanyl and Opioid Response Toolkit for Schools

“Just-in-Time” Training- Narcan Administration Video

Narcan for Arizona K-12 Schools- Informational Flyer

Arizona law requires schools to have policies and procedures regarding the emergency use of Naloxone:

• Legislative Requirements for Naloxone in Schools:
  • Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 15-341(A)(43).
• Naloxone Administration Requirements:
  • Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 36-2267. Administration of opioid antagonist; exemption from civil liability; definition.
• Naloxone Reporting Requirements:
  • Ariz. Admin Code Rule R 9-4-602

Other Resources:

Opioid Prevention- Arizona Dept of Health Services

Overdose Prevention | CDC

OARLine- Opioid Assistance and Referral Line 1-888-688-4222

United States Drug Enforcement Administration(DEA)- One Pill Can Kill

American Pregnancy Association: How to Have a Healthy Teen Pregnancy

Arizona Youth Partnership: AIM 4 Teen Moms is an evidence-based intervention designed for teen moms by helping teen mothers define specific life aspirations, engage in planning to successfully achieve them, and consider the role of contraception in their lives. The program is designed for mothers between the ages of 14-20 years old with at least one child and is provided for free virtually, across the state of Arizona.

Healthy Families Arizona (HFAz): Healthy Families Arizona is a free and voluntary home visitation program that serves pregnant women and families of newborns. HFAz is a prevention program dedicated to supporting families in their quest to be the best parents they can be.

          Healthy Families Referral Form

Nurse-Family Partnership(NFP): Nurse- Family Partnership is a free home visiting program that works with first-time pregnant parents and their children, beginning in early pregnancy through their child’s second birthday.

Nurse Family Partnership- Maricopa County 

           Home Visitation Program Referral Form

Arizona offers three stock medication programs for schools: Stock Inhalers, Epinephrine, and Narcan. A school may decide to participate in none, one, two, or all programs. The following information will help you learn more about each program and the necessary steps to complete to offer these programs at your school.

Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) offers an online program, the School Surveillance and Medication Program (SSMP), to assist schools in participating in the stock programs. The SSMP walks you through the requirements, including annual training and items that will be needed to implement the program. Currently, MCDPH is working with all Arizona public and charter schools to implement the stock inhaler and epinephrine programs, collecting data and offering the annual standing orders, once schools sign up through the SSMP and follow the requirements. By starting with the SSMP site, you will gather the information and tips to establish a stock medication program. For schools to participate, they must enroll in the School Surveillance and Medication Program (SSMP) web application. After completing and submitting each of the requirements, your school can obtain and receive annual standing orders and a prescription from the MCDPH Medical Director.

The Stock Albuterol Program in Schools was put in place in 2017 by state law HB 2208, Emergency administration of inhalers by trained personnel; immunity; definitions, and is in law as ARS 15-158. The Arizona Asthma Coalition has a thorough description of the program. Questions specific to the implementation may be sent to Ashley Lowe via email at [email protected] and [email protected]

 New! Training: Stock Albuterol Inhaler Training for School Personnel 2023-2024

The Stock Epinephrine Program in School. If a school opts to implement the Stock Inhaler Program there are rules, R7-2-810 Emergency Administration of Inhalers, in place by the State Board of Education regarding training, obtaining the medication standing order, and administering procedures in emergencies. 

This program was put into place in 2018 by state law HB 2085, Emergency administration of epinephrine auto-injectors by trained personnel; immunity and is in law as ARS 15-157. 

If a school opts to implement the Stock Epinephrine Program, there are rules, R7-2-809 Emergency Administration of Auto-Injectable Epinephrine, in place by the State Board of Education regarding training, storage, and use of the medication in schools. The Kyah Rayne Foundation also helps with the Stock Epinephrine Program in Schools. 

• New! Training: Kyah’s EPICourse 2-23-2024
• This e-learning course provides mandatory training for school personnel designated to administer the epinephrine auto-injector.

The Stock Narcan Program is part of the AZ Opioid Epidemic Act/Action Plan implemented in 2018. The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) has a website with information offering a standing order for Narcan and a form to complete to receive a supply of the medication. ADHS also offers some links to Narcan administration training, though none are specific for schools.  Development of training for schools is in development, and discussions are underway to incorporate the Stock Narcan Program within the SSMP. This site will be revised as updates are available. The SSMP Program can also support this, and Naloxone for School Personnel training will be available soon.

• Establishing an Arizona Stock Naloxone Program
• School Surveillance and Medication Program

In 2022, SB 1654 Schools; seizure management; treatment plans was introduced in the State of Arizona 55th Legislature Second Regular session and was signed by the Governor on April 29, 2022. The bill became ARS 15-160.02 and included language for the Board of Education to adopt rules as necessary to administer this law. Beginning in the 2022-2023 school year, the parent or guardian of a student who has a seizure disorder and who is enrolled in a school that is operated by a school district or a charter school in Arizona may submit to the school district or charter school in which the student is enrolled a copy of a seizure management and treatment plan for school personnel to use if the student suffers a seizure at school or while participating in a school-sponsored activity. The plan must be developed by the student’s parent or guardian and the physician or registered nurse practitioner responsible for the student’s seizure treatment. The law also stipulates a review of the plan and training for school staff. Below are resources and information to assist schools with law implementation. In June 2024, the Board of Education approved rules to accompany implementation of ARS 15-160.02.

Introduction of SB1654; Schools; Seizure management; Treatment Plans Resources:

Arizona Senate Bill 1654

15-160.02 Law: Seizure Management and Treatment Plans

Arizona State Board of Education: Approved Training & Related Training Requirements:

AZSBE Website and Submission of Personalized Trainings

Training Review Guidelines for School Nurses

Training Review Guidelines: Other School Personnel

Intake Form and Checklist

Board-Approved Epilepsy Foundation Seizure Safe Schools Courses

Seizure Epilepsy Resources

New! Seizure Action Plan (SAP) Templates (2024):

Arizona Seizure Action Plan – Fillable (must download)

Arizona Seizure Action Plan – Non-Fillable (must download)

Arizona Seizure Action Plan - Black and White Non-Fillable (must download)

Additional Resources:

CDC Epilepsy Data and Statistics

CDC Epilepsy in Schools

Managing Epilepsy in Schools 

Epilepsy Foundation

National Association of School Nurses (NASN): School Nursing Evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline: Students with Seizures and Epilepsy (2018)

Seizure Action Plan Coalition

School Nursing Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline: Students with Seizures and Epilepsy CPG Implementation Toolkit

School Nursing Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline: Students with Seizures and Epilepsy

Implementing SB 1654: How Schools Can Successfully Meet the Law's Requirements and Establish Seizure Action Plans at Their School

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CDC Resources

Epilepsy in Schools Guidance
Provides tools and programs to help schools better support children with Epilepsy. The CDC partners with the Epilepsy Foundation and links to their free training programs for schools.

Epilepsy Foundation Resources

What is Epilepsy - Types of Seizures
Provides information on the different types of seizures, how they are classified, and how different symptoms are described during a seizure.

Seizure Training for School Nurses: Caring for Students
The program is designed to provide the school nurse with information, strategies, and resources that will enable them to better manage the student with seizures by supporting positive treatment outcomes, maximizing educational and developmental opportunities, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The program consists of seven modules to assist the school nurse in learning to effectively manage seizures in a school environment.

Seizure Training for School Personnel
Designed for people who work with children and youth in school settings. This program provides an overview of seizures and epilepsy, seizure first aid, seizure action plans, rescue therapies, seizure emergencies, and how to support students in school settings.

School Education
Epilepsy awareness educational programs for students are provided upon request to the Epilepsy Foundation.           

Guidelines for Delivery of Specialized Health Services in the School Setting

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program- (ADHS) works to improve the health and well-being of children and youth with special health care needs and their families in Arizona.

Exceptional Student Services (ESS) | Special Education (ADE)

NEW! Suicide Prevention Training for School Mental Health Professionals   Training course flyer    Access the Course Here

988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline

Teen Lifeline- Arizona’s only teen-to-teen crisis hotline Call Text 602-248-8336(TEEN), outside Maricopa call 1-800-248-8336(TEEN)

Suicide Prevention Webpage (ADE)

Project AWARE- Advancing Wellness & Resiliency in Education (ADE)

Trainings available to school staff & community members:

• Youth Mental Health First Aid Training: Virtual Training with A Live facilitator. This is an interactive, online training. The training itself is 6 hours and requires approximately 2 hours of pre-course work. Cameras are required to stay on throughout the training. This training is offered through several community organizations. Please email us at [email protected] to set up a course for your campus. 
• Suicide Alertness for Everyone (SafeTALK):  In-person training, English language. This course takes approximately 3.5 hours. Register Here

Extreme Weather Heat Safety (ADHS)

Heat-Related Illness

Heat Resources

Arizona SunWise Skin Cancer Prevention

          SunWise School Program

HeatReady Schools Resources (ASU)

Heat Ready Schools Educator Toolkit (ASU)

Arizona Revised State Statutes and Rules: Vision Screening

ADHS Sensory Screening Program

     ADHS Sensory Screening Program Training

    ADHS Updated (2024) Hearing and Vision Screening Guidance

Eyes On Learning: Advancing Children’s Vision Health in Arizona website

     Eyes On Learning Brochure

     Eyes On Learning Children Don’t Know What They Can’t See flyer

     Eyes On Learning Path to Healthy Vision flyer

Arizona Lions Vision and Hearing Foundation

Vision and Eye Health Resources (NASN)

Arizona Nurses Association (AzNA) supports the advancement of the nursing profession to promote a healthy Arizona.

The mission of the Arizona State Board of Nursing(AZBN) is to protect and promote the welfare of the public by ensuring that each person holding a nursing license or certificate is competent to practice safely.

Scope of Practice- Registered Nurse (RN)

The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) focuses on five areas that, together, ensure that school nurses are equipped to address the comprehensive health needs of students:

1. Student-Centered Care: NASN emphasizes the role of school nurses in providing quality health care to students, addressing both physical and mental health to promote academic success.
2. Leadership: NASN promotes leadership development among school nurses, empowering them to influence health policies and practices within schools and communities.
3. Advocacy: NASN is committed to advocating for policies at local, state, and national levels that support the health and well-being of students, as well as ensuring access to school health services.
4. Quality Improvement: NASN focuses on improving the quality of school health services by supporting evidence-based practice, data collection, and continuous professional development.
5. Community and Public Health: NASN emphasizes the importance of school nurses in public health, working to prevent illness, manage chronic conditions, and promote health education in the broader school community.

 NASN Position Statements

Health & Practice Topics- Resources

The School Nurses Organization of Arizona (SNOA) advocates for and supports the health and educational success of Arizona‘s children by promoting the advancement of professional school nursing.

Health Related Links- School Nursing Resources by Topic

Meet The SNOA Board Members

SNOA 36th Annual Conference PPT- June 2025

2-1-1 Arizona

Ability 360

Arizona Asthma Coalition

Arizona Child Abuse Info Center

Arizona Department of Education (ADE); Exceptional Student Services (ESS), Health & Nutrition Services (HNS), Project AWARE

Arizona Department of Health Services: School Nursing

Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS); Tobacco & Chronic Disease

Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)

Arizona Nurses Association (AzNA)

Arizona School Health & Wellness Coalition

Arizona Schools for the Deaf and Blind (ASDB)

Arizona State Board of Nursing (AZBN); School Nurse FAQs

Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona

Cerebral Palsy Network - Arizona Chapter

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)

Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona

Phoenix Children's Comprehensive Sleep Clinic

Personal Belief Exemptions Map

Raising Special Kids

School Nurses Organization of Arizona (SNOA)

Southwest Human Development

Teen Lifeline

The Arizona Partnership for Immunization (TAPI)

TAPI Arizona School Nurses & Health Office Staff Resources

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAI)

American Academy of Pediatrics (APA)

American Heart Association (AHA)

American Public Health Association (APHA)

American Red Cross

American School Health Association (ASHA)

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Healthy Schools

Child Mind Institute

Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

MedlinePlus School Health

National Association of School Nurses (NASN)

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Nemours KidsHealth: Health Education Teacher's Guide (PreK-12)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

ADE facilitates fun and engaging networking opportunities designed to provide new and experienced school nurses with a chance to share experiences, learn from others, and stay informed about developments in school health services.

Virtual training and professional development opportunities will be recorded and made available on demand following the event.  View our recently recorded webinars below.

Unwanted aggressive behavior(s) involving an observed or perceived power imbalance;

Done by another youth or group of youths, who are not siblings or current dating partners;

Repeated multiple times or is highly likely to be repeated;

Inflicts harm or distress on the targeted youth including physical, psychological, social, or educational harm (CDC). 

Verbal Bullying: saying or writing things that could be mean or hurtful.  Things like: name-calling, threats, taunting, teasing, and inappropriate sexual comments.

Social Bullying: Involves hurting someone's reputation or relationships.  Making someone feel like they don’t belong to a group. Some examples: leaving someone out on purpose, spreading rumors, embarrassing someone in public, or preventing someone from being friends with someone else.

Physical Bullying: Involves hurting a person’s body or things that belong to them.  Physical bullying includes: hitting, kicking, punching, spitting, pinching, pushing,  damaging someone’s belongings, or making rude gestures.

Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content. Cyberbullying includes sending, posting, or sharing negative, harmful, false, or mean content about someone else. It can include sharing personal or private information about someone else causing embarrassment or humiliation. Some cyberbullying crosses the line into unlawful or criminal behavior.

The most common places where cyberbullying occurs are:

Social Media, such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Tik Tok

Text messaging and messaging apps on mobile or tablet devices

Instant messaging, direct messaging, and online chatting over the internet

Online forums, chat rooms, and message boards, such as:

Reddit

Email

Online gaming communities

Laws and Policies: Public and charter school districts in Arizona are required to adhere to the following laws specific to bullying: 

Public and charter school districts in Arizona are required to adhere to the following laws specific to bullying: 

Arizona Revised Statutes §15-341. General powers and duties; immunity; delegation

Arizona Revised Statutes §15-2301. Hazing prevention policies; definitions. 

What are the policy requirements for schools in Arizona to prevent and respond to bullying behavior?

Arizona school districts are required to prescribe and enforce policies and procedures to prohibit pupils from harassing, intimidating, or bullying other pupils. District policies must contain key policy and procedural elements, including, but not limited to:

• Definitions of the terms harassment, intimidation, and bullying;
• Procedures for reporting and investigation;
• Procedures for notifying the alleged victim and alleged victim’s parent or guardian when a school official or employee becomes aware of a suspected incident of harassment, intimidation, or bullying;
• Requirements to provide written copies of the rights, protections, and support services available to alleged victims and procedures to protect the health and safety of pupils who are physically harmed as the result of incidents of harassment, intimidation, and bullying; and,
• Statements of disciplinary consequences for violations of the policy.

Please visit your school or district's website or talk to your school or charter district administration to determine what steps to take to address your bullying concerns. 

The following websites have comprehensive information on bullying available: 

Stopbullying.gov 

CDC: Preventing Bullying 

Arizona Department of Health Services ADHS: MustStopBullying.org

For more information regarding Federal Laws and policies, please visit here: https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/laws

Arizona Department of Education's Effective Teachers and Leaders Program. This program area offers a variety of trainings on critical topics for school leaders, including how to combat bullying in their schools. School leaders interested in attending a training should contact Effective Teachers and Leaders at [email protected].

Jake’s Law ensures that students have access to behavioral health services by requiring schools to develop and publicly post referral policies, collaborate with community providers to offer services on campus or via telehealth, and actively promote awareness of available mental health resources.  

The Mitch Warnock Act requires all school personnel working with students in grades 6 through 12 to complete suicide prevention training at least once every three years. Enacted to strengthen early intervention efforts, the law ensures that educators, counselors, and staff are equipped to recognize warning signs of suicidal behavior, respond appropriately, and refer students to professional help. Training must be evidence-based and approved by the state and may be delivered through in-service or professional development programs. 

LeCroy & Milligan Associates provides a list of suicide prevention trainings with evidence of effectiveness for the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) to consider for use by school districts and charter schools to meet the requirements of SB 1468. 

• Included in the SAMHSA Suicide Prevention Toolkit for High Schools;
• Included in NREPP and/or BPR;
• Listed on the SPRC website; and
• Supporting evidence referenced in one or more meta-analyses OR specifically listed as culturally adaptable, including for tribal communities.

1. It is the responsibility of the school district or charter to maintain accurate records of trained personnel. School guidance counselors, teachers, principals, and other school personnel are responsible for maintaining proper documentation of their certification of completion of suicide prevention and awareness training. Like a fingerprint clearance card, these educators should maintain a personal copy of their certification as well as provide their district with a copy.
2. We recommend LEAs view the Suicide Prevention Guidance for School Leaders Webinar here: Suicide Prevention Guidance for School Leaders. 

School mental health professionals play a critical role in keeping students safe, often being the first to identify when a student is at risk. Yet, their role is too often overlooked in safety planning. To address this need, The Jed Foundation (JED) and the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) have partnered to create a two-hour, eight-module online training that equips school counselors, social workers, psychologists, nurses, and other school personnel with the tools to:

• Recognize the mental health continuum and common mental health challenges Arizona students face.
• Engage in supportive conversations with students that recognize and respect cultural backgrounds across Arizona communities, ensuring all feel valued.
• Describe how schools and communities can work together as a student support team to improve student mental health, and define your role on the team.
• Identify signs of self-injury and crisis, including signs of suicidal thoughts or intense emotional distress.
• Understand the role of suicide risk screening in a comprehensive prevention approach and learn how to administer screening tools.
• Take action when a student is in crisis by engaging the support team, ensuring immediate safety, and documenting and following school protocols (or helping to establish protocols, when needed).

This 2-hour scenario-based course is an approved training of the Mitch Warnock Act and provides practical, real-world applications, helping school professionals build confidence in supporting students and strengthening school safety.

Important Information Before You Begin

• 120-Day Access: Once you register, you will have 120 days to complete the course. Please plan accordingly to ensure you meet this deadline.
• Registration: Use your school email address to register. Click on the registration link in the one-pager.
• Technical Support: All technical support requests must be submitted through the JED Support Request form.

A half-day suicide alertness training that prepares participants to recognize individuals with thoughts of suicide and connect them to life-saving resources. Designed for anyone aged 15 and older, safeTALK uses a simple yet effective model to teach how to identify warning signs, engage in supportive dialogue, and refer at-risk individuals to trained professionals.

A two-day, intensive workshop designed to help participants develop the skills to intervene and support individuals at risk of suicide. Through interactive learning, role-play, and practice, ASIST teaches how to recognize warning signs, build a connection, and create a safety plan. It’s widely used by educators, counselors, and community members to provide life-saving support in moments of crisis. 

A suicide prevention training that teaches individuals how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, ask direct questions, offer hope, and refer someone to appropriate help. The training is designed to be quick, practical, and effective to empower educators, parents, and community members to act as gatekeepers who can save lives through early intervention.

An evidence-based training program that teaches adults how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adolescents. Participants learn how to approach youth in crisis, provide initial support, and connect them with appropriate professional help. The training is designed for teachers, school staff, parents, and community members who regularly interact with young people.

The Arizona Department of Education has a number of supports for trained trainers. 

• Each year, ADE hosts a training of trainers for safeTALK, ASIST, and QPR. If you are interested in learning more, email [email protected]. 
• ADE provides training materials for Livingworks safeTALK and ASIST at no cost, along with additional supports. View the flyer for all information. 
• Once a trainer, ADE has a dedicated Suicide Prevention Trainer Channel to connect with trainers across Arizona. 

View All Trainer Supports Here!

1. Teen Lifeline, Call and Text Crisis Line: 602-248-8336 (TEEN)
2. Dial 2-1-1 to get connected to local resources in your community throughout the state. Help is available from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily in English and Spanish.
3. Solari Statewide Crisis Line: Call 1-844-534-HOPE or Text HOPE to 4HOPE
4. Central AZ (Maricopa): 602-222-9444 or 1-800-631-1314
5. Northern AZ (Apache, Coconino, Gila, Mohave, Navajo, and Yavapai): 1-877-756-4090
6. Southern AZ: (Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, La Paz, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Yuma Counties or  San Carlos Apache Reservation): Call 1-866-495-6735
7. Tohono O'Odham Nation Crisis Line: 1-844-423-8759
8. Gila River and Ak-Chin Indian Communities Crisis Line: 1-800-259-3449
9. Salt River Indian Community Crisis Line: 1-855-331-6432

1. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:988

2. Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741

3. National Sexual Assault Hotline-Free. Confidential. 24/7: 800-656-HOPE (4673)

4. Chat on their app or at https://www.rainn.org/get-help

Arizona Project Bright Futures is developing toolkits and model policies to support school communities in implementing effective suicide prevention and early intervention strategies. Additional resources will be added as they become available.

 Resilient Arizona Crisis Counseling Program (English and español) - Call 211 now to connect to an Arizona crisis counselor.

The mission of Resilient Arizona CCP is to assist individuals and communities in recovering from the psychological effects of the Coronavirus pandemic through community-based outreach, emotional support, and educational services. Services are provided at no cost and are available to anyone who has been impacted by the pandemic. These services are provided in safe, accessible telephonic and virtual locations. Services can be provided in a group setting or one-on-one and include supportive crisis counseling, education, development of coping skills, and connection to appropriate resources.​​​

Crisis Response Network

Central AZ: 602-222-9444 or 1-800-631-1314

Northern AZ: 1-877-756-4090

Southern AZ: If you live in Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, La Paz, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Yuma Counties, or on the San Carlos Apache Reservation, you call 1-866-495-6735

Tohono O'Odham Nation Crisis Line: 1-844-423-8759

National and Regional Crisis Hotlines

Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741

Teen LifeLine: Phone or Text 602-248-TEEN (8336) Monday-Friday 3 – 9 PM

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

National Sexual Assault Hotline-Free. Confidential. 24/7: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
Chat on their app or at https://www.rainn.org/get-help
1 in 6: 800-656-HOPE (4673) or chat (see below)
Support for men and boys experiencing sexual abuse or assault. Offers information, resources, 24/7 chat, online support groups, trauma-informed training, and webinars. www.1in6.org  
National Substance Use and Disorder Issues Referral and Treatment Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Human Trafficking Hotline 24/7:  1-888-373-7888
If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to speak with a specially trained Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocate. Support is provided in more than 200 languages. They are here to listen and connect you with the help you need to stay safe. Callers can dial 711 to access the Hotline using TTY. You can also email [email protected]. All communication with the hotline is strictly confidential. Read their Confidentiality Policy here. Download and print FREE materials and resources here: https://humantraffickinghotline.org/get-involved/downloadable-resources  

Each school has unique relationships with behavioral health providers in its area. Some schools allow services to be provided on campus; other schools refer students off-campus.

If you are an educator, caregiver/family member and you are interested in getting your student connected to services, please speak with your school social worker, counselor, principal, or school nurse for more information about the resources provided in your area.

Below are guides for school administrators and districts.

• Mental Health Considerations & Guidance To Referral Process For Schools in Arizona-Step-by-step instructions to support youth and families in need of support from community-based providers. The document explains referrals and addresses funding. 
• Additional Funds to Support Student Mental Health for School (One-Page Guide): This one-page guide offers information about AHCCCS' partnership, and links to more information regarding the Community Mental Health Block Grant allocated to the Title XIX/XXI funding, &  Children's Behavioral Health Services Fund. 
• Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System: This page offers more information about specific services, funding sources, and programs available for school-age youth.
• Accessing/Paying for Behavioral Health: This printable guide helps understand how to access and pay for behavioral health services for students. 
• Advancing Comprehensive School Mental Health Systems - Guidance From the Field: This guidance document assists communities in developing high-quality, comprehensive school mental health systems to support students. 
• Parent-Caregiver Behavioral Health Services in Schools Frequently Asked Questions: This one-page guide, available in both English and Spanish, answers frequently asked questions about accessing behavioral health services in school settings.

ADE encourages all LEAs to implement evidence-based programs and practices that support a positive campus climate and culture. There are multiple avenues, both within ADE and nationwide to help your school get started.

School Employee Wellness Guide: This guide is a resource for districts and schools with no prior experience with employee wellness initiatives as well as for those seeking to improve an existing initiative. It was written with diverse readers in mind. People in a variety of positions— from human resources directors to district superintendents to wellness coordinators—play a role in leading and supporting employee wellness initiatives. Though the guide was developed for public schools, most of the information will apply to all types of schools.

Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) & PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports): Technical Assistance Center on PBIS supports schools, districts, and states to build systems capacity for implementing a multi-tiered approach to emotional and behavior support. The broad purpose of PBIS is to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of schools and other agencies. PBIS improves social and academic outcomes for all students, including students with disabilities and students from underrepresented groups.

Arizona Department of Education ESS (Exceptional Student Services) PBIS Information

Title IV-A Office of Safe & Healthy Students: The mission of the Arizona Department of Education, Office of Safe and Healthy Students, is to provide support to schools and LEAs so that every student can experience a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment, including focusing on students' physical and mental health, and safety. A safe, healthy, and supportive school environment is the product of a school’s attention to fostering safety; promoting a supportive academic, disciplinary, and physical environment; and encouraging and maintaining respectful, trusting, and caring relationships throughout the school community, focusing on the fostering of positive conditions, climate, and culture, including family and community engagement.

Arizona Department of Education Title I Program: The purpose of Title I is to “provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement gaps”. Title I provides technical assistance, service, and support to local educational agencies (LEAs) and schools to help ensure every child has access to an excellent education.

SchoolSafety.gov is a new website designed to help schools and communities prepare for and address various threats related to safety, security, and support in schools. Further information is available on their website. 

The School-Based Mental Health Professionals' listserv is designed to foster communication, collaboration, and resource sharing among professionals committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of students.

Caring for youth and children can be challenging. Below are resources to support mental health and wellness in the home. 

Confident Parents Confident Kids 

Please call the Family Assistance Center phone line to talk to someone who can provide emotional support and offer resources to any parent or caregiver, especially those who need support caring for a child with emotional or behavioral health challenges: 1-877-568-8468 or visit www.familyinvolvementcenter.org/