Leading schools and communities on paths to health by creating guidance, support and partnerships.
Cairn /ke(ə)rn/ (noun)
Definition: A mound of rough stones built as a memorial or landmark. A guide on a hiking trail or path
Just as a pile of rough stones guide hikers through the wilderness, we mark clear paths by guiding schools and communities looking to improve health and educational outcomes.
Our mission is to create places of health and well-being where all people are healthy, connected and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
We believe that…
The core of a community is how it functions as a collaborative entity to elevate all of its members.
We work to…
Connect and position schools, government entities, non-profits, health systems, and community organizations to enact systems change and evidence-based strategies to advance the dual goals of health and learning.
Consulting & Guidance
We provide support in the form of consulting time by drawing from our extensive experience in school, health and community-driven work.
Facilitation
We facilitate strategic planning processes, health education curriculum training events, leadership summits, systems change simulations and processes.
Resources & Tools
We produce many no-cost resources to share with our partners, clients and the fields of school health, health education and public health.
Clients:
Latest Blogs
- Systems Thinking, Systems Changing™ & Making Change™ Training of Trainers Registration now open!Greetings!We recently updated both the Systems Thinking, Systems Changing™ and Making Change™ simulations, with Systems Thinking, Systems Changing™ available for purchase and Making Change™ available in December 2024. Both simulations come with a full Facilitator’s Guide to help facilitate; however, the games are complex, and receiving training is helpful. Making Change™ Training of Trainers (TOT)Where:Read ▸ about Systems Thinking, Systems Changing™ & Making Change™ Training of Trainers Registration now open!
- Announcing Cairn Guidance’s Inaugural School Health Leadership Award!The Cairn Guidance team is proud to introduce the annual School Health Leadership Award. This prestigious award honors education leaders across the nation, including Superintendents, Deputy Superintendents, Directors of Instruction, State and School Board Members, and Principals, who prioritize the health and well-being of students to help them reach their full potential. These visionary leadersRead ▸ about Announcing Cairn Guidance’s Inaugural School Health Leadership Award!