10/23/2026
From routine care to unexpected moments, our health services team works tirelessly behind the scenes so every student can succeed.
Our health services team was ready to welcome Dr. Harvill when we arrived at Meridian Middle School with his very own stethoscope, team uniform and even a nurse's cap (not pictured)!
During our visit, we spent time with Health Services Assistant Brenda Aamot and School Nurse Susan Peterson, who work hand in hand to support students’ health and well-being at school.
Their work goes far beyond what many people realize. From tracking carbohydrate content in school meals and managing severe allergies to administering medications and supporting students with chronic health conditions, they help ensure students have the care they need throughout the school day.
For students with diabetes, the team can respond to blood glucose monitoring alerts and follow individual care plans when a student needs help. They also help students access necessary health support and prescribed medications on field trips and teach students to manage their health conditions more independently.
Their care extends beyond medical needs, too. Brenda shared that she prepares hygiene kits when students need them and keeps extra clothing available, including items that can be especially helpful for students navigating puberty.
But what stood out most was just how much they care.
Susan shared how technology has made tracking health information easier and more accurate. When asked what happens if they receive an alert that a student’s blood glucose is low, their response said it all: They won't just walk to help a student, they'll run!
We witnessed firsthand the compassion and attentiveness they bring to their work every day.
Students need to be healthy and supported to learn and thrive. Our health services team plays an essential role in making that possible, often in ways the rest of us may never see.
Thank you, Brenda, Susan, and our entire health services team, for all you do for our students. Your work is a powerful example of what it means to live out our commitment to One Team. One Purpose.
