Redefining what it means to support kids in school
By making chiropractic care part of the school day,
we’re helping children regulate emotions, reduce stress, & show up as their best selves.
Our mission…
To make chiropractic care a natural and accessible part of the school experience, so one million students and educators can feel healthier, more focused, and fully supported.
When kids are regulated and thriving, teachers feel empowered, classrooms function better, and entire communities grow stronger.
Our vision…
A future where every student, especially those with neurodevelopmental challenges or limited access to care, can receive chiropractic support.
We're expanding trusted, research-backed programs across the country to make this care a natural, essential part of how we support students, educators, and entire school communities.
Meet the Team behind the mission.
Dr. Lona Cook
Founder, Executive Director
Dr. Amanda Blonigen
Founder, Director of Operations
Dr. Lona Cook
Dr. Lona Cook is a nationally recognized chiropractor, community educator, and co-creator of On-Site Chiropractic, the program that sparked what is now Well-Adjusted Students. With over 15 years of experience running a thriving family practice in Chippewa Falls, Dr. Lona brings deep expertise and visionary leadership to her role overseeing nonprofit growth, partnerships, and expansion into new school districts.
After earning her degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University, Dr. Lona returned to her hometown with a mission: to help families experience better living through proactive, nervous system–based care.
Her passion for sharing the power of chiropractic has taken her across the country as an international speaker and past president of the Chiropractic Society of Wisconsin. Locally, she remains committed to helping her community thrive, especially its children.
Dr. Lona lives with her husband, Kyle, and their two boys, Jack and Max, on Lake Wissota. You’ll often find them outside enjoying the beauty of the Chippewa Valley, or RVing and traveling, and cheering on the movement she helped start.
Dr. Amanda Blonigen
Dr. Amanda Blonigen is an ICPA-certified and FOCUS Foundations-certified pediatric chiropractor and co-founder of Well-Adjusted Students, where she provides direct care to students and staff inside the Chippewa Falls School District. Driven by her passion for helping kids thrive, she combines advanced clinical training with deep compassion and a calm presence that puts students at ease.
Originally from Ohio, Dr. Amanda earned her B.S. in Biology from The Ohio State University and completed her Doctorate of Chiropractic at Life University in Atlanta. She is one of a small percentage of chiropractors in the U.S. to earn Certification from the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP), a 200-hour postdoctoral program specializing in techniques and protocols for children and pregnant women.
She is also FOCUS-certified—a brain-based chiropractic approach to developing nervous systems that allows her to bring a regulation-first mindset to every school interaction.
Dr. Amanda lives on Lake Wissota with her husband Vince, their 2 sons, Avi and Ari. She’s deeply committed to helping every child reach their full potential, physically, emotionally, and neurologically, and to creating school environments where both kids and educators can have their best days.
Board of Directors
Dr. Pete Camiolo, DC
President
Dr. Patti Guiliano, DC
Andrea Polnazek
Dr. Andrew White, DC
Christine McMasters
Dave Michels
Well-Adjusted Students (On-site) Care Team
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With a background in kinesiology and deep roots in Wisconsin, Dr. Kelsey is passionate about helping people heal from the inside out. She focuses on care for our youngest learners, providing adjustments to 4K students and continuing advanced training in pediatric and prenatal chiropractic care through the ICPA.
Dr. Kelsey believes in the body’s natural ability to self-heal and loves supporting that process in kids from an early age. Outside of school hours, she enjoys all things crafty, tending to her houseplants, and spending time with her husband in Chippewa Falls.
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Nadine is the steady, caring presence supporting our school-based care. As our lead Chiropractic Assistant, she helps with exams, coordinates onsite logistics, and brings warmth and ease to every interaction. Kids feel safe around her, and so do parents and staff.
Nadine is also the author of Iggy the Inchworm Visits the Chiropractor, a charming children's book that introduces kids to chiropractic care. She loves spending time with her family and her grandkids, who keep her inspired every day.
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Coming soon…
Ready to Get Involved?
You’ve met the people behind the mission, now let’s build something together!
Whether you're a parent, educator, community leader, or chiropractor,
your support helps us bring this care to the communities that need it most.
Give a Gift Today
Your donation helps sponsor student care, support ongoing research, and expand access to chiropractic care in schools.
Connect Us With a School
Do you have connections with school leaders or decision-makers? Help us bring this care to new districts and communities. Email us, and we’ll walk you through next steps.
Bring It to Your Community
Are you a chiropractor ready to launch a school-based program in your area? Our certification and training program shows you exactly how.