Warsaw R-IX School Nursing Staff's First PSP Event

Benton County nurses are taking steps to prevent dental disease in their schools. Jeff Colgan, Warsaw R-IX School Nurse Coordinator, took the lead to organize the first PSP event in South Elementary. He recruited dental hygienists, Stephanie Eaton and Taylor Hayes to do the oral health screenings. Area volunteers from the school staff, school nurses, and parents help to make the event a success. 146 students participated in the oral health screenings and fluoride varnish applications. Jeff is hoping for more participation next year and to include 2 more elementary schools, WIC, and Parents As Teachers Program. Below are pictures from the event.