Every child deserves great care. At Children’s Nebraska, our Virtual School Health Program connects students, families and school staff with trusted pediatric experts — anytime, anywhere. We offer easy virtual visits, education, mental health screenings and real-time support for a wide range of health concerns. Whether it’s a runny nose or something more urgent, we make it easy for your child to get the help they need, when they need it. It’s all part of our commitment to keeping kids healthy across every community.
Keeping Students in Class
Children’s Virtual School Health aims to decrease student absences in Nebraska by providing care directly in schools. This access is especially important in regions with few healthcare providers.
Research shows that U.S. schools with virtual health programs have more students staying in class. And when students are in school, they can thrive.
What is Virtual School Health?
The Virtual School Health Program supports student wellness right at school. With access to trusted providers through secure virtual visits, your child can receive quick care for minor illnesses and injuries. A virtual visit means fewer missed school days, less stress on your schedule and peace of mind for your family. Most importantly, it keeps your child focused on what really matters: learning and feeling their best.
Here’s what you can expect:
Convenient Care: Students can meet with pediatric experts by video right from the school nurse’s office — before, during and after school.
Fewer Absences: We keep your child in school whenever possible, so they miss less class time and you don’t have to leave work.
Mental Health Screenings: Our providers assess mental and behavioral health to offer early support for anxiety, stress, mood concerns and other disorders.
Ongoing Support: If your child has a long-lasting (chronic) condition, like asthma, allergies or diabetes, we’ll keep you in the loop about their care.
Peace of Mind: You can know your child is getting expert care, even when you’re not there.
Strong Communication: Our nurse practitioners send regular updates and messages on Children’s Connect, so you stay informed every step of the way.
Timely Treatment: Your child can receive a diagnosis and treatment plan without even leaving school.
Our Services
The Virtual School Health Program supports student wellbeing in several ways, including:
Answers to medical questions
Behavioral health screenings
Care coordination and follow-up
Ongoing care for chronic conditions
Treatment for minor injuries and illnesses
Parent education and resources
Prescription orders and medication management
Stay Informed About Your Child’s Health at School
You can message the care team, view test results, read visit notes and more, all through the Children’s Connect portal and app. Enroll today to stay in the loop on your child’s care.
If you have questions or would like additional information, please email us at: [email protected].
For Schools: How to Become a Virtual School Health Site
The Virtual School Health Program brings student health services to your school while supporting your overall mission. We’ll work with you to limit absences, boost student success and help staff confidently respond to health concerns. Ready to bring the program to your school? Fill out our interest form to get started.
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