Illinois Coalition for School Health Centers

" Keeping Students Healthy and Ready to Learn "

MISSION

To improve the physical and mental health status of children and adolescents of Illinois by advocating for the development, stabilization and expansion of school based and linked health centers.

EDUCATION

Staff and members educate the public about the health status of Illinois' children and adolescents and the role that School Health Centers play in ensuring they live healthier lives.

ADVOCACY

Staff and members advocate on the local, state and national levels to improve access to quality care, to improve the health of children and teens and to secure funding for School Health Centers.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Trainings, discussion forums, information sharing and collaborative initiatives provide School Health Centers' staff and other members with the knowledge and skills to strengthen the services they provide.

NETWORKING

Working in collaboration with schools, public agencies and community organizations enriches School Health centers by expanding the services they provide, sharing ideas and allowing avenues for problem solving.

COMMITTEES                                                                                                                         The Illinois Coalition for School Health Centers organizes committees to accomplish the goals set forth in a yearly work plan.  A Steering Committee directs the overall operations of the Coalition, while working committees carry out specific objectives.  Current working committees include the Public Education & Advocacy Committee, the Mental Health Committee, and the Program Development & Evaluation Committee.

icshc@ilmaternal.org

Tel: 312.491.8161

Fax: 312.491.8171

Illinois Coalition for School Health Centers

1256 W. Chicago Avenue

Chicago, IL 60642