Use the following email templates:

Email Template Option 1

Subject: Student Request: Permission to Share Scoliosis Awareness Flyers

Dear [Principal / Administrator / Studio Director] [Last Name],

My name is [Student Name], and I am a student volunteer with the Scolio Dance Initiative, a youth-led program that promotes scoliosis awareness and early detection, especially among young dancers (studies suggest dancers have a much higher rate of scoliosis)  and active teens.

I’m reaching out to respectfully ask for permission to post or distribute a scoliosis awareness flyer at [School/Studio Name]. Our goal is simply to provide educational information to students and families about the importance of early detection during the teenage growth years.

In the 1970s and 1980s, many states implemented school-based scoliosis screening programs to help detect spinal curvature early in adolescents. Over time, however, many of these programs have been reduced or suspended due to funding and staffing limitations, which means many students today may never receive a screening during their most important growth years.

Early detection is important because scoliosis often develops between ages 10–16, when the spine is growing rapidly. When identified early, doctors can monitor the spine and recommend treatments—such as physical therapy, posture exercises, or bracing—that may help prevent the curve from progressing.

As a student volunteer with the Scolio Dance Initiative, I’m helping raise awareness so that families and students know simple signs to look for, such as uneven shoulders, a tilted waist, or one hip appearing higher than the other.

I have attached a few scoliosis awareness flyers. These flyers can be digitally attached to a parent or student newsletter or printed and posted to a bulletin board.

Our goal is simply to support student health and awareness, and all materials are educational and free to share.

Thank you very much for considering this request and for supporting student wellness in your community. I would be happy to answer any questions.

Sincerely,

[Student Name]

Student Volunteer, Scolio Dance Initiative

[Email Address]

___________________________________________________________________________

Email Template Option 2 - Shorter version

Subject: Student Request: Permission to Share Scoliosis Awareness Flyer

Dear [Principal / Administrator / Studio Director] [Last Name],

My name is [Student Name], and I am a student volunteer with the Scolio Dance Initiative, a youth-led program that promotes scoliosis awareness and early detection among teens and dancers.  Research suggests that dancers  may have a higher rate of scoliosis than the general population. 

I am writing to ask for permission to post or share a scoliosis awareness flyer with students and families at [School Name].

In past decades, many schools conducted scoliosis screenings, but in many areas these programs have been reduced or suspended due to funding and staffing limitations. Because scoliosis often develops during the rapid growth years of adolescence, early awareness can help families recognize signs and seek medical guidance sooner if needed.

I have attached a few scoliosis awareness flyers. These flyers can be digitally attached to a parent or student newsletter or printed and posted to a bulletin board.

Thank you for supporting student health and wellness. I appreciate your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

[Student Name]

Student Volunteer, Scolio Dance Initiative

[Email Address]

___________________________________________________________________________

Email Template - Follow-up Email 

Subject: Quick Follow-Up: Scoliosis Awareness Flyer Request

Dear [Principal / Administrator / Studio Director] [Last Name],

I just wanted to briefly follow up on my previous email to see if it might be possible to share a scoliosis awareness flyer with students and families at [School Name] through the student-led Scolio Dance Initiative.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration.

Best regards,

[Student Name]

Student Volunteer, Scolio Dance Initiative

[Email Address]

(Date)

(Your full name)

(Your mailing address)

(Your phone number)

Governor (First name) (Last name)

State Capitol (Address)

City, State Zip

Dear Governor (Last name):

As a constituent and (a person living with scoliosis / a parent of a scoliosis patient / a scoliosis advocate), I am writing to ask you to declare June to be National Scoliosis Awareness Month and sign the National Scoliosis Awareness Month proclamation request from the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS).

For more than a decade, National Scoliosis Awareness Month is observed in June to disseminate information about scoliosis and highlight the growing need for education, early detection and public awareness of the physical, emotional, and economic impact of the condition.

The National Institute of Health-funded Bracing in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Trial (BrAIST) study shows the benefits of bracing, which makes early detection even more important. With early detection and increased public awareness, we can prevent surgeries for future scoliosis patients.

Scoliosis has affected my life by…(Insert your personal story here)

By officially signing the National Scoliosis Awareness Month proclamation for (enter your state here), you will help highlight education, early detection and scoliosis awareness.

Our goal is for every state, district and commonwealth to officially declare, by proclamation, their observance of National Scoliosis Awareness Month during June and I hope you will join us!

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely yours,

(Your signature)

(Your printed name)