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Nurse News
November 2023
Dear Students, Staff, and Families,
Hellooooo Sweater weather, gatherings with family, and Thanksgiving feasts!
As the month rolls through there is many things to be grateful for in our schools and community. Please scroll through the newsletter for exciting news, great information, opportunities to share awareness.
As always, we look forward to seeing our students daily and providing healthcare needs as needed. Please remember there is an RN in district daily and if you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out. You can also find more nursing information on the school website. Please go to Panthernet.net, go to departments and select School Nurse.
Let's continue Have an amazing year!!!
Jen and Tracie
Smith Elementary
Heritage Elementary
Left to Right: Jennifer Matthews, Meghan Kunzelman , Tracie Lentz
Jr/Sr High School
November is the month of Gratitude. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships. People feel and express gratitude in multiple ways. Try a Gratitude challenge for yourself, with your kids, coworkers.
Stockbridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner
A Stockbridge community dinner that has been served for over 25 years. This free to the public dinner serves over 400 meals each year and all other food is taken to a shelter in Jackson for donation when finished.
Where: Heritage Elementary Cafeteria
When: Thursday, Nov. 23rd
Time: 11am-1pm
Delivery and pickup orders are by request, please call 517-812-3217, you will need to share Address, How many meals needed and a time will be set up for delivery.
If you are interested in volunteering or preparing food, or have any questions regarding the dinner please reach out to Erin Smith at 517-812-3217
Stockbridge Community Schools
Tips for What you can do to Stay Well This Winter
Warm and Cozy Recipes that are Diabetic Friendly
Resources for Stockbridge Families
The Stockbridge Wellness Center
Click the Picture to Join!!
One Big Connection (events in our 5 healthy towns)
SRSLY Stockbridge
Capital Area District Library
Visit the Stockbridge District Library for Resources and Events
200 Wood Street
P.O. Box 245
Stockbridge, Michigan 49285
517.851.7810
Mon: 10a.m. - 6p.m.
Tues: 10a.m. - 6p.m.
Wed: 10a.m. - 7p.m.
Thur: 10a.m. - 6p.m.
Fri: 10a.m. - 6p.m.
Sat: 10a.m. - 4p.m.
Health Department Information
According to the Department of Health and Human Services regulations, all students must meet the immunization requirements set by the State of Michigan for attendance at school in order to enroll or attend.
There are three circumstances in which a required vaccination may be waived or delayed:
- A valid medical contraindication exists to receive the vaccine. The child’s physician must certify the contraindication in writing.
- The parents hold religious or philosophical beliefs against receiving a vaccination. Completion of the non medical waiver process through your local health department is required.
- The child has received at least one dose of each immunizing agent and the next dose(s) are not due yet.
For more information about immunizations contact your local health department.
Ingham County Community Mental Health
812 Jolly Rd Lansing MI 48910
517-346-8200
Jackson County Community Mental Health, Lifeways
1200 N W Ave Jackson MI 49202
1-800-284-8288
Livingston County Community Mental Health Services
2280 E Grand River Ave, Howell MI 48843
517-546-4126
Washtenaw County Community Mental Health
555 Towner Ypsilanti, MI 48198
734-544-3035
Go Panthers
Jennifer Matthews, a Registered Nurse since 2011, has worked as community nurse for the last 8 years, Also has had an active role as a volunteer within the Jackson county foster care system. This included fostering 10 children in her home. Jen has a true passion for helping others realize their full potential, and helping individuals find their voice in regards to their health and the healthcare system. Jennifer can be found primarily at the Jr/SR High school, but you will see her floating around Smith and Heritage, as she is the district's full time RN.
Tracie Lentz, a Registered Nurse since 2011, works at the University of Michigan Hospital in the Adult Surgical ICU. Tracie has also worked at stockbridge schools off and on over the last 5 years providing nursing support. She has been an active member of the Panther Cubs PTO since 2016 and thrives on seeing the school community flourish. Tracie is employed part time and is seen mostly at Smith and Heritage schools. She does go to the Jr/Sr High school when needed.
Email: Jennifer Matthews matthewsj@panthernet.net
Tracie Lentz lentzt@panthernet.net
Website: panthernet.net
Location: 100 Price Road, Stockbridge, MI, USA
Phone: Jennifer 517-851-7770 6317