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Awards

Each year, our Section recognizes the outstanding contributions of its members through the following awards.

Awards

The School Health and Wellness Section's School Health Leader Award is given to a school health professional who shows evidence of significant leadership and contributions in the areas of school health services, program development, research and/or advocacy. Significant leadership activities and contributions are those that promote components of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model or the Framework for 21st Century School Nursing Practice.

2023 winner: Rajika Reed, PhD, MPH, Med

The winner is recognized at the Section reception during the APHA Annual Meeting, listed in The Nation’s Health newspaper, and awarded a plaque.

Scholarships

The School Health & Wellness Section offers scholarships to help students attend APHA's Annual Meeting.