ConnextCare has been awarded a $73,000 grant from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation to assist in establishing School Based Health Center (SBHC) services at Frederick Leighton Elementary School (Leighton Elementary) in Oswego, NY.
The SBHC will provide primary care, dental, mental health and telehealth services directly to Leighton Elementary and Oswego High School students. Additionally, students at the five other schools within the district are eligible for enrollment and are encouraged to visit the school-based health center for convenient care.
The health center will be staffed by a Family Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Master Social Worker and Registered Dental Hygienist, with regular onsite supervision and care provided by a Pediatrician. A ConnextCare physician is always available to provide consultation, when necessary.
“We are extremely grateful for these funds provided by the Shineman Foundation” stated Tricia Peter-Clark, ConnextCare President and CEO. “This grant will enable ConnextCare to bring essential services to many students in the Oswego City School District without having to leave the school setting. Thank you to the Shineman Foundation for supporting our mission and partnering with ConnextCare in its efforts to expand the School Based Health Center Program across our county.”
"The Richard S. Shineman Foundation is proud to support ConnextCare in establishing a School-Based Health Center at Frederick Leighton Elementary School. This initiative aligns with our mission to enhance the quality of life in Oswego County by addressing critical community needs. By providing accessible primary care, mental health services, and dental care directly within the school setting, this center will remove barriers to healthcare and create a healthier, stronger future for students and families. We are excited to partner with ConnextCare in their efforts to expand these vital services and make a lasting impact in our community," states Chena Tucker, Foundation Director, Richard S. Shineman Foundation.
The SBHC at Leighton Elementary will begin operations in January 2025. If you are interested in enrolling your student at the Leighton Elementary location or any of our other SBHC locations, please visit
www.connextcare.org/schoolbased/enrollmentforms.