The Maryland Assembly is an advocacy organization that promotes school-based health care as a means to advance the belief that all Maryland children and youth have a basic fundamental right to access and receive comprehensive, quality health care.
School-based health care represents an essential strategy toward improving the lives of Maryland’s children and their families and optimizing their ability to become contributing members of society. School-based health care addresses the unique needs of children and youth and increases access to medical, mental, dental and/or other health related services.
MASBHC’s biggest initiatives include our participation in Hallways to Health through the School Based Health Alliance, our annual conference, and our advocacy work.
Maryland Celebrates 40 years of School Based Health Centers!
Back in 1985, the Baltimore City Health Department took a bold visionary step opening the first 7 school-based health centers. Fast forward to today, and there are nearly 90 centers across the state! These centers are vital, providing comprehensive primary, acute, and preventative health services, as well as chronic condition management, directly to students, families, and communities in Maryland.
To honor this incredible milestone, the Maryland Assembly on School Based Health Care (MASBHC) connected with some of the early pioneering figures in school-based health care, along with emerging leaders who are shaping the future. They shared their thoughts and congratulations to Maryland on its 40th anniversary, capturing their inspiring memories and words in a special video.
You can play a part in ensuring the continued success and future growth of school-based health care. Please consider making a donation to the Maryland Assembly on School Based Health Care today. Every contribution directly supports advocacy efforts and ongoing training provided by MASBHC, empowering them to continue their important work. Your support is greatly appreciated. Donate here.
From Awareness to Action: Increasing SBHC Enrollment Through Best Practices on November 19, 2025
Presenters:
Magalie (Maggie) Matanzo, LCSW, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Nesauly Torres MPH, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Mesha Joseph, United Community Schools, NYC
Christine Schuch, United Community Schools, NYC
Moderator: Brenda Russo, MBA, BSN, RN, Montgomery County Health Department
View the webinar here.
View the Powerpoint here and here.
Save the Date!
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Check out more recordings of our webinars and trainings here.