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Health Services Overview
You may ask yourself what is Health Services? This presentation is a quick glimpse of some of the basic functions of Health Services in our district. This presentation is limited and does not include all functions related to this department and the information provided is for educational purposes only. If you have any questions related to Health Services, please do not hesitate to reach out to one of our department administrators.
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.
Phone: 972-522-3706
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Melanie Ferguson, RN
My name is Melanie Ferguson RN and I will be the school nurse for this academic year. I am very excited to be here for this school year. I look forward to working with all the students this year to keep them healthy and ready to learn.
Phone: 972-522-3706
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Ochoa-Milam Medical Assistant
Mayra Gonzalez, CMA
Certified Medical Assistant