Welcome

The Region 18 Education Service Center supports school systems health staff across Region 18 in promoting safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments.

Our Health Services page serves as a communication hub for school nurses, health aides, and administrators. We share updates and guidance from the Texas Education Agency (TEA), Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and other partners to help ensure compliance with state health requirements and best practices in student wellness.

Professional Development

Health-related trainings are posted in ESC Works and shared via the Health Listserv as they become available.

For spinal certification, the instructor has asked that you reach out to her directly:

Sylvia Millsap Sylvia.Millsap@dshs.texas.gov.

Contact Information

For general questions or to be added to the Health Listserv (to receive TEA/DSHS updates and training announcements), please contact:

                                               Anna Minjarez                                                Angie Balderrama

                                         aminjarez@esc18.net                                     abalderrama@esc18.net

                                               432.561.4398                                                         432.567.3205

Note: Region 18 ESC does not employ a school nurse; our team coordinates communications and professional development opportunities for district health staff.

Resources

• TEA – School Health Services

• DSHS – School Health Program

• Texas School Nurse Organization

• Texas School Safety Center

• DSHS – Immunization Requirements