By Nikhil Reddy, SBHA Youth Advisory Council member The following reflects Nikhil’s lived experiences, thoughts, and opinions. In the summer leading up to my senior year, I had the opportunity to work at UT Southwestern Medical Center. In the Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center, I worked under a diverse group of medical professionals and clinical … Read more
By Joey Kaji, SBHA Youth Advisory Council member The following reflects Joey’s lived experiences, thoughts, and opinions. As a senior in high school, I know that right now is a time for big changes. However, one change that is often overlooked is the shift in healthcare management. In school, I’ve heard my friends complain about … Read more
Submitted By Catherine Owen The following reflects Cathrine’s lived experiences, thoughts, and opinions. The Fort Smith Public Schools – School-Based Health Center (SBHC) recently gave a free dodgeball to every single student at Darby Middle School, a middle school located in Fort Smith, AR. In order to promote best use of the new dodgeballs, the … Read more
Submitted By Catherine Owen The following reflects Cathrine’s lived experiences, thoughts, and opinions. Prior to Winter Break, the Youth Leadership Advisory Council (YLAC) for Fort Smith Public Schools – School-Based Health Center hosted a Holiday Hygiene celebration for students at Tilles Elementary, a neighboring elementary school. YLAC partnered with a local medical college, The Arkansas … Read more
Submitted By Catherine Owen The following reflects Cathrine’s lived experiences, thoughts, and opinions. The Youth Leadership Advisory Council (YLAC) for Fort Smith Public School’s School-Based Health Center, has provided comprehensive education to Darby Middle School Physical Education classes. In partnership with the SBHC, they created several informative presentations with voice-overs that focus on “Responsible Personal … Read more
The following is featured on the Center for Health Care Strategies resource page. “Though children and adolescents are at the center of pediatrics as the recipients of care, their voices are often missing from conversations about how to transform the field to better meet their needs and support their lifelong health. Inviting youth to the … Read more
For SBHC Awareness Month, our Youth Advisory Council created one pagers to report on advocacy activities in their states. Council members shared information on current legislation, their state affiliates, and ideas on how to spread awareness about school-based health centers. Check them out below!
By Chris Oshana, former Youth Advisory Council Member When I reflect on my time with the School-Based Health Alliance Youth Advisory Council, I think of my immense growth as a person, advocate, and life-long learner. I joined the council at the beginning of my first year of college. I had to navigate a whole new … Read more
By Audrey Gabriel, SBHA Youth Advisory Council member Since the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s proven difficult for most people to keep up with their annual appointments. Whether it’s making it into your primary care physician’s office for a yearly check-up or scheduling an appointment with a specialist, finding a time to be seen … Read more
By Baila Salifou, former SBHA Youth Advisory Council member The following reflects Baila’s lived experiences, thoughts, and opinions. I was in my AP Biology class when my principal came into class and personally handed me a package from the School-Based Health Alliance. He placed it on my desk and told me there was an opportunity … Read more
