10/31/2025
Trying to keep up with all we do in Health Occupations is a challenge! The past two weeks have been full of learning, hands-on experiences, and giving back!
Mrs. Schmidly’s class had the opportunity to job shadow at Mercy Springfield, where students explored a variety of departments including Behavioral Health, NICU, Labor & Delivery, and more!
In class, students learned the valuable skill of bed shampooing — an essential technique for caring for patients who cannot get out of bed. They also learned about effective communication and participated in a fun hands-on activity to test how well they could communicate with each other — a key skill in healthcare!
To finish off the week, students spent time with residents, dressed up for Halloween, and passed out candy to bring a little extra joy and smiles to their faces. 🎃💖
We’re so proud of their dedication, compassion, and enthusiasm as they continue growing in their healthcare journey! ❤️💉