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
- Celebrating Excellence in School Health Leadership: Donna FranklinWe are thrilled to announce that Donna Franklin, Director of Health Services at Clarkston School District in Washington State has been selected as the recipient of Cairn Guidance’s annual 2025 School Health Leadership Award. This award highlights an Education Leader who demonstrates prioritizing the health and well-being of student and staff health. They see theRead ▸ about Celebrating Excellence in School Health Leadership: Donna Franklin
- Dove Self-Esteem Project Cadre Retreat 2025: “Pride in the Vibe”Author: Sterling Ta’Bon, Healthy Schools Manager & National Cadre Coordinator This year’s Dove Self-Esteem Project (DSEP) Cadre Retreat, themed “Pride in the Vibe DSEP 2025,” empowered our cadre trainers to effectively share comprehensive lessons while exploring body confidence and self-esteem through historical perspectives. This highly anticipated annual retreat brings together educators, counselors, and administrators fromRead ▸ about Dove Self-Esteem Project Cadre Retreat 2025: “Pride in the Vibe”