SHINE
(School Health Information and Nurse Education)
MTPLC + Montana Pediatrics Partner to Continue SHINE School Health Workshops!
SHINE is a free monthly virtual education series created by Montana Pediatrics, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving child health across the state. The program supports educators, school nurses, and staff by providing expert-led discussions on topics related to student health, mental wellness, and school-based supports.
The SHINE series aims to strengthen the connection between health and education by offering practical, accessible professional learning. It helps equip educators, counselors, administrators, and support staff with the tools to better address student well-being and resilience.
Learn more about MT Pediatrics at: https://www.montanapediatrics.org/
What SHINE Offers:
🗓️ November 13, 2025 - 🩺 Title: Type 1 Diabetes – What Is It and What Can We Do to Help?
Important Notes
Learn more about SHINE: https://www.montanapediatrics.org/shine-school-health-information-nurse-education/
SHINE
(School Health Information and Nurse Education)
MTPLC + Montana Pediatrics Partner to Continue SHINE School Health Workshops!
SHINE is a free monthly virtual education series created by Montana Pediatrics, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving child health across the state. The program supports educators, school nurses, and staff by providing expert-led discussions on topics related to student health, mental wellness, and school-based supports.
The SHINE series aims to strengthen the connection between health and education by offering practical, accessible professional learning. It helps equip educators, counselors, administrators, and support staff with the tools to better address student well-being and resilience.
Learn more about MT Pediatrics at: https://www.montanapediatrics.org/
What SHINE Offers:
- Monthly virtual sessions on the second Thursday of each month, 3–4 PM throughout the school year
- Free participation for all Montana educators and school professionals
- Expert speakers from across the state in both education and healthcare
- OPI renewal units available for attendees
- Responsive topics tailored to real challenges and participant feedback
🗓️ November 13, 2025 - 🩺 Title: Type 1 Diabetes – What Is It and What Can We Do to Help?
- Presented by: Tonya Fuhrmann, LPN/Founder & Executive Director, Montana Youth Diabetes Alliance
- 🔍 Description: What is Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), really—and how does it impact students in the school setting?
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. In this session, Tonya Fuhrmann will break down what that means in everyday terms and explore how educators and school staff can best support students living with T1D.
Participants will also receive valuable resources and contacts through the Montana Youth Diabetes Alliance to help provide better care and connection for students with Type 1 Diabetes in your schools.
Important Notes
- 📢 Session topics will be announced monthly throughout the school year to remain responsive to participant needs and current issues impacting schools.
- 🎥 All presentations will be recorded, and session recordings and materials/resources will be shared with registered participants after each session.
- 🚫 AI note-takers or automated recordings are not permitted during live sessions to protect presenter and participant privacy.
Learn more about SHINE: https://www.montanapediatrics.org/shine-school-health-information-nurse-education/