Health Services is dedicated to the philosophy that promoting health in children enhances their ability to learn. The staff of Health Services is committed to the maintenance of optimal health and sense of well being
for all Manteca Unified School District students, their families, and our staff incoroperation with the communites of Manteca, Lathrop, French Camp, and Weston Ranch.
Soroptomists Recognize two MUSD Health Services Employees for Making a Difference in our Community
The Woman of Distinction Award went to Caroline Thibodeau, Director of Health Services. Thibodeau has been with Manteca Unified for the past 20 years, but has been practicing nursing for 40 years. She is an advanced practice nurse specializing in family practice and also a credentialed school nurse. She has been honored with a number of awards and recognitions, including most recently School Nurse of the Year for Northern California.
The Soroptomist Ruby Award for Women Helping Women went to Loretta Tefertiller, School Nurse. Tefertiller has been with Manteca Unified for 17 years, but has had a career in nursing for over 35 years. She teaches the "Mommy and Me" classes which provides teenage girls with the education to become better parents and citizens. She also is in charge of the Teen Parent Panel, where teen parents go into the classrooms and share their life changes.
CHOKING GAME- Recent events have focused attention on a dangerous activity called the "choking game". Also known as the "pass out game", "space monkey", "tingling game", or other various names. This activity appears to be most popular among children 9-14 years. It is important for parents to talk to their children about this activity and the dangers involved.
