SR127, As Adopted by Senate, February 6, 2018

 

 

            Senators Hansen, Marleau, Booher, Nofs, Horn and Gregory offered the following resolution:

            Senate Resolution No. 127.

A resolution recognizing February 2018 as School-Based Health Center Awareness Month.

Whereas, Michigan's school-based and school-linked health centers have been delivering comprehensive primary health care and prevention services for 30 years; and

Whereas, There are over 100 school-based and school-linked health centers and programs in the state of Michigan delivering a range of primary, preventive, and early intervention services to children and youth of all grade levels in urban, rural, and suburban schools across the state; and

Whereas, Children and youth served by school-based and school-linked health centers show improved rates of school attendance, enhanced scores on standardized tests, less absenteeism due to illness, and increased immunization rates, while having their wellness and health care needs addressed; and

Whereas, School-Based Health Center Awareness Month is a time to acknowledge the commitment and passion that school-based health center staff show for all Michigan children and youth; and

Whereas, School-based and school-linked health centers provide a critical role in improving the health and well-being of all Michigan children; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That members of this legislative body recognize February 2018 as School-Based Health Center Awareness Month.