A Note from the Executive Director |
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February is National School-Based Health Awareness Month, and NMASBHC invites you to celebrate! While the pandemic may make every month feel like Groundhog’s Day, we encourage you to take time out in February to acknowledge the revolutionary healthcare happening in SBHCs around New Mexico. During even the darkest days, past and future, school-based health centers and their teams of caring providers are there for our state’s children and families. NMASBHC believes that is worth celebrating and expanding!
That’s why we are busy fighting for passing of Senate Bill 67 in the New Mexico legislature, and we encourage you to add your voice to discussion. One way to acknowledge Awareness Month is to contact your elected Senators and Representatives to ask them to ensure that the bill for $2,000,000 additional dollars for school-based health centers is passed in this session. Visit https://www.nmlegis.gov/Members/Find_My_Legislator to find out how to email your officials today, or contact members of the Senate Finance Committee to ask them to hear SB67 asap: https://www.nmlegis.gov/Committee/Standing_Committee?CommitteeCode=SFC!
And if advocacy is not your chosen mode of celebration, maybe a little online shopping for a cause could be? Read below for instructions about how purchasing a gift online from Kendra Scott can benefit NMASBHC on February 12th or 13th. No matter how you choose to acknowledge it, we hope you agree that school-based health centers are worth celebrating!
Wishing you health,
Nancy Rodriguez, nancy@nmasbhc.org
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We hope you have received your copy of the 2022 Calendar.
Thank you for all the SBHCs who participated and submitted pictures!
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SBHCs work hard to impact the community - students, peers, parents, families, School Staff, SBHC Staff, Community Partners and Community Members.
We would love to hear how your SBHC has positively impacted you or your community. We're seeking quotes/testimonials from parents, school staff, partners and more!
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Shop for Good this Valentine's Day! |
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If you are planning on getting jewelry for your friend, family member, partner, or to treat yourself this Valentine's Day consider shopping at Kendra Scott to share the love (20% of your purchase) with the New Mexico Alliance for School Based Health!
Shop online February 12th and 13th using our code GIVEBACK-BHWOM or visit us in-store Saturday Feb. 12th from 12-3pm!
We hope you are able to find the perfect gift, while also supporting our organization dedicated to the health of our NM youth! Please share with your networks; every donation helps us expand school health!!
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Are you interested in supporting School Based Health Centers in New Mexico? NMASBHC is seeking interested and committed individuals for open positions on our Board of Directors.
If you can't currently commit to joining the board, but still want to participate, you can also join a committee.
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FREE Supply Opportunity for SBHCs! Promotional Materials OR Hygiene Supplies
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NMASBHC wants to help SBHC meet student needs, and we've heard from many SBHCs that two of their greatest needs are for marketing support and supplies for students. NMASBHC is able to provide these resources for FREE to your SBHC.
For those who have completed the form, our staff will be contacting you soon.
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Project ECHO for SBHCs:
Join the Community of Practice!
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Next Session:
Tuesday, February 8th from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
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NMASBHC is collaborating with UNM Project ECHO, OSAH and other partners to create an educational and professional development community of practice for SBHCs in New Mexico.
Sessions began on June 29, 2021 and will extend through May of 2022.
Sessions are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 3:00 - 4:00 PM.
We hope that the community of practice that is created will help SBHCs thrive during the transitions that the pandemic has necessitated. Continuing education available for free! Find flyers and more information on our website.
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NMDOH - Asthma Champions Grant |
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If your SBHC, or group of SBHCs, provides treatment to students with asthma, you may wish to consider applying for the NMDOH-Asthma Control Program's "Asthma Champions" funding opportunity. Please be on the lookout for the upcoming application.
The New Mexico Department of Health’s Asthma Control Program
(NMACP) calls for a state effort to address asthma control with evidence-based initiatives. NMACP is interested in supporting asthma-related initiatives aimed at improving the lives of New Mexicans with asthma. NMACP recognizes that a multi-component approach to controlling asthma
is more effective than individual strategies applied in isolation and are excited to support partners’ work across the state. Those with existing or new ideas for programming are encouraged to submit applications. NMACP supports progress toward expanding the reach, quality, effectiveness, and
sustainability of asthma control services by strengthening leadership and other essential infrastructure components and expanding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s six EXHALE strategies ( https://www.cdc.gov/asthma/exhale/index.htm).
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February is SBHC Awareness Month |
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This February is National School Based Health Center Awareness Month, celebrating our successes and raising awareness about how SBHCs improve the way children and adolescents access health care services!
This February, NMASBHC is excited to raise awareness of the critical role school-based health centers play in the provision and access to high-quality healthcare throughout the state. We want to encourage all of our SBHCs to find ways to celebrate and highlight this national campaign in your schools and communities.
Feel free to share your National SBHC Awareness Month activities with us! Also, make sure to follow NMASBHC on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@NMASBHC). Please reach out to NMASBHC staff if you need support for your efforts!
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Thank you to OSAH-funded SBHCs for joining us for the Winter Data Calls. These calls are an essential component of helping NMASBHC to stay on track and for us to be able to provide tools or technical assistance. We appreciate all your hard work. If there is anything your SBHC needs, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
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The Office of School and Adolescent Health has a new training portal called Train Me OSAH. Visit the website and check out the variety of training options at: https://trainmeosah.com/
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SBHC MCO Advisory Meeting
Wed, Jan 12th
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The Quarterly SBHC MCO Advisory
SBHC Meeting was rescheduled:
Wednesday, February 2nd
at 1:30 PM.
Please check your emails for the agenda and attendance info.
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NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner Trainings - February and March |
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There are certification training sessions for Presumptive Eligibility Determiners set for both February and March. The next certification training is scheduled for February 16th 2022, 8:30am-4:30pm and February 17th 2022, 8:30am-2:30pm. If you cannot attend this session, there is a training scheduled for March 21st 2022, 8:30am-4:30pm and March 22nd 2022, 8:30am-2:30pm.
Please contact HSD at the email address below to get information about registering for the training. Seating is limited and space is available on a first come, first served basis. After successful registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that will include instructions on how to join the training on its scheduled date and time. If you have any questions regarding entities qualified to participate as PEDs, the PED certification process or for more information on training sessions being scheduled for future months, please e-mail HSD.PEDeterminers@state.nm.us or call 505-476-7151.
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Planning a Youth Vaccination Event?
Help is Available!
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New Mexico's school-age immunization rates are lower than in past, thanks to the pandemic. NMDOH and the Medicaid Managed Care Organizations are working hard to support summer-time events to ensure children get back on schedule with required immunizations. If your clinic or organization wishes to plan a special immunization event, the MCOs are willing to help and can send out outreach teams in person. Please let NMASBHC know if you need that support, and we'll connect you to the appropriate staff at Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, Presbyterian, and/or Western Sky Community Care. |
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Clinic Resources, Training Opportunities and Community Announcements |
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Reproductive Health Asynchronous Trainings
Provide 1.0 CME each
These recorded webinars on Moodle address multiple reproductive health concerns each providing 1.0 CME each after creating an account with UNM HSC moodle and completing the required surveys.
Virtual IUD Practicums
If you or your team are interested in virtual IUD practicums, join us via zoom to receive hands-on, individualized training with 2.0 CME at no cost!
If you are from Albuquerque: Register at least one week ahead of time. We can set up a pick up or drop off for the materials! If you are in NM, outside Albuquerque: Register a month ahead. We can send you a box of everything you need with postage to send it back! Click to register.
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Receive your materials and take the pre-survey! Let us know when you receive the materials via text or email! Join us via Zoom. Receive your one-on-one training with our clinical trainer. Take the immediate post-survey. Return the materials. We will set up another pick-up/drop off or you can send the box back with the postage provided! If you are an LMP site you get to keep everything for future practice. If you are interested in becoming a site email us!!! You will receive 2.0 CME in 2 weeks time! Take the post-survey 3 months later. |
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Expanding Reproductive Autonomy & Contraceptive Access
February 8, 2022
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Earn up to 5.5 CMEs
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UNM School of Law:
Essentials of Child and Family Welfare Training Registration Now Open!
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Part 1: February 22, 8:45am – 5:15pm
Part 2: March 1, 12:45pm – 4:45pm
on Adobe Connect
Does your clinic support patients involved with CYFD? You may be interested in this basic training that introduces the legal process and underpinnings of NM’s state child and family welfare system to professionals and volunteers with 3 or fewer years of experience. The program provides critical information about how the law and practice have evolved; the law, timelines, and processes that control these cases; how poverty, trauma, and Adverse Childhood Experiences impact families and children; and ethical considerations in this work.
Registration Deadline: Monday, February 14th (or until full)
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NM Alliance of Health Councils Supporting COVID Vaccination events/services |
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Is your SBHC or broader organization planning a COVID-19 vaccination event for children and youth? Your County Health Council can help with marketing, organizing, and staffing your event. To find contact information for your local tribal or county health council, visit: www.nmhealthcouncils.org. |
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School Based Health staff are amazing, and usually know other caring, dedicated individuals.
If you have any colleagues interested in a position in the SBHC field, please share the following opportunities:
Medical Assistant 1, 2 or 3 - ALBUQUERQUE
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Nightingale Scholarship Opportunity |
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Each year, the New Mexico Center for Nursing Excellence offers 20 $1,000 scholarships to New Mexico nursing students.
Submission deadline: February 28, 2022.
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As students return to school, mental health needs are of utmost importance for students, teachers and SBHC staff.
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February Health Awareness Activities |
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National Children's Dental Health Month |
Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease among children. That is why this year the theme is "Sealants Make Sense" as an equitable way to prevent caries.
Be sure to check out New Mexico's Cutest Smile contest for a chance to win up to $1,500! (details below)
Also, this month our first SBHC ECHO session of the semester discusses the importance of oral health, so be sure to join us Feb. 8th at 3-4pm!
Find some resources at:
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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month |
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month takes place every February. This is an issue that impacts everyone - not just teens - but their parents, teachers, friends and communities. We have the power to address this serious issue, together. We can do this by promoting safe, healthy relationships through conversations and support.
Find some images and resources at:
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Support NMASBHC this year! |
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