Kids Educating Kids
The Health Occupations Students of New Caney High School,
under the leadership of Meningitis Angels and Frankie Milley
educated the district's some 6,500 students
on the signs and symptoms of
Bacterial Meningitis, infectious childhood diseases, and how to prevent them including immunization.
HOSA Students showing an elementary group of 400 children ways to prevent bacterial meningitis as well as other diseases.
Cafeteria, Bus and Sports Events were demonstrated with special stage props and the creativity of the HOSA students.
Just a few of the rules given to the kids were,
Not sharing eating utensils, water bottles, and candy. Wash your hands several times a day and brush your teeth two - three times a day. Avoid public water fountains in poor working conditions.
Not picking your nose and keeping your nose and face wiped when you have a cold or allergy. Covering your nose and mouth when you sneeze or cough.
They were educated on the signs and symptoms of meningitis and told to tell their parents, teacher or an adult when they felt sick.
They were instructed to talk to their parents about their vaccinations being up to date.
A SPECIAL THANKS TO
HOSA Teacher
Mrs. Norma Martin
for her help with this project.
All program rights owned by Meningitis Angels.
For more information on implementing this program
in your school district, contact Meningitis Angels
Meningitis Angels, Frankie Milley
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