Congratulations to our very own Certificated School Nurse, Terri Hodges! Mrs. Hodges was honored last night as a recipient of the first Jennifer Larson Healthcare Hero Award, sponsored by Legacy Health Endowment, a nonprofit based in Turlock whose mission is to improve the health and healthcare of people living in 19 Zip codes in the two counties.The award recognizes and honors those in Stanislaus and Merced counties who contribute to healthcare out of genuine altruism without seeking personal gain. 

Mrs. Hodges was honored for her more than 35 years of experience in clinical, surgical, hospice and school settings. She has been a champion for the students and families in Denair Unified School District since 2019. In addition to helping the district navigate through the pandemic years, Terri has ensured that students have required immunizations, as well as hearing and vision screenings. She also provides support for students who have medical conditions such as diabetes or seizures. Terri has provided leadership and mentorship to health techs and new school nurses, always leading the way with compassion, caring and courage.