Fostering our Future Awards

GOLDEN FOX AWARD: DISTRICT 115 NURSES

The Y115 nursing team has shown grit, dedication, and leadership throughout the entire pandemic. There is no longer a typical day for nurses in the Health Office. They are multi-tasker extraordinaires proven by providing medical care to students including but not limited to monitoring blood sugars, giving tube feedings, breathing treatments, responding to emergencies, speaking to parents, triaging recess injuries, comforting students and battling covid in a million different ways.

The nurses lead the school community in following the IDPH/ISBE guidelines to ensure health and safety in the schools. The nurse team has been leaders in learning to pivot and memorize new guidelines, many times over the weekend or overnight mid week. They are the first to provide information to parents and field questions and concerns. While a tiring job the last two years, the nurses have done an amazing job keeping students, families, and the community safe and healthy. Their presence is valued and we appreciate all that they do for our district!