GPISD nurses and health clerks provide service to over 29,000 students as well as numerous employees.  School nurses provide a critical role in the education of students by promoting health as well as providing direct care.  Some services provided by the nurses:

• Medication administration
• Minor and emergency care
• Diabetes treatment
• Asthma treatment
• Pregnancy monitoring/education
• Health education
• Crisis management
• Vision, hearing and Type 2 Diabetes screenings
• Monitoring ozone action days
• Blood-borne pathogen training
• CPR training

Mission Statement

Our mission is to support maximum learning potential by addressing minor and major health needs through assessment, treatment, education, and prevention.

Vision Statement

Our vision is for each child to experience optimal health, contributing to daily optimal learning experiences, therefore promoting their optimal potential.