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A '''pressure point''' in the field of [[martial arts]] represents an area on the human body that when contacted produces significant pain or some other effect. [[Martial arts]] practitioners do not focus just on increasing the "brute strength" of their strikes<ref>See "[http://www.dillman.com/books.asp Humane pressure-point self-defence]" by George Dillman</ref>, but also on the target of their strikes to maximize the impact, and to achieve specific outcomes<ref>See "[http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0840381077] Martial arts for the University" by Rick Clark</ref>. |
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| established = 1984 |
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| type = [[Public school]] |
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| principal = Jackie Horras |
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| faculty = 62 |
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| students = ~900 |
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| mascot = [[Phoenix (mythology)|Phoenix]] |
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| colors = Navy, Maroon, & Medical White |
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| city = [[San Antonio]] |
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| state = [[Texas]] |
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| country = [[USA]] |
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| website = [http://www.nisd.net/healthcareers] |
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| grades = 9 - 12 |
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| address = 4646 Hamilton Wolfe, 78229 |
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'''Northside Health Careers High School''' (HCHS) is a [[magnet school]] in [[Northside Independent School District]] for students that are interested in pursuing a career in the health profession. HCHS attracts students from school districts all across [[Bexar County, Texas|Bexar County]] and some from as far as [[Hondo, Texas]]. |
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The study of pressure points has a long history <ref>See "[http://www.amazon.com/dp/0804820155 The Bible of Karate Bubishi]" by Patrick McCarthy</ref>, although it has been to a large degree withheld <ref>See [http://www.ao-denkou-kai.org/the_wall_of_silence.htm "Wall of Silence" by Rick Clark]</ref> from the general public until recent years. This has resulted in much mis-information being passed on, including many urban legends <ref>See [http://www.taiji-qigong.co.uk/Articles/no%20touch.htm The no-touch knockout]</ref>. |
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==History== |
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==Types of pressure points== |
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There are several types of pressure points, each of which is applied differently, and each one creating different effects. Some of the principles are discussed below. There are several types of Pressure Points: Pain points; Tendon, ligament and muscle points; and Reflex Pressure points. It is a common misconception that pressure points do not work because all they have seen are these type 1 pain points. Type 2 (Tendon, ligament and muscle points) cause a reaction whether there is pain or not and Type 3 Reflex pressure points always cause a reaction If done correctly as the body can not function without these reflexes (balance, blood pressure, breathing, consciousness, etc). |
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HCHS opened in 1984 as one of the first magnet schools in south Texas under principal John Boyers, who remained principal until 2002. The land on which the school sits was donated to Northside Independent School District by the [[San Antonio Medical Foundation]]. HCHS is in the heart of the San Antonio medical center. |
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===Pain=== |
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Some pressure points produce pain when struck, pressed or rubbed (depending on the point itself). While the distraction of pain might offer sufficient advantage in a fight, additionally the body has a [[Pain withdrawal reflex]] whereby it reacts to pain by moving away from it <ref>See also "[[Withdrawal reflex|nociceptive withdrawal reflex]]"</ref>. Martial artists can make use of this through minimal effort <ref>See [http://www.yachigusaryu.com/essays/pain_and_pain_withdrawl_reflexes.html Pain & Pain Withdrawal Reflexes]</ref>. Applying pressure to the [[collar bone]] from above will cause the subject to move downwards, whereas poking them in the gap between the ear and neck will make their body want to move upwards. Pressure to the shoulder causes that side of the body to move back. A jab to the abdomen in the middle of the stomach will cause some people to twist around, away from the pain. A rub down the back will cause the body to move forwards. Some points react more violently to pain from changes in the pressure (rubbing) rather than constant pressure. <ref> See [http://www.quanlikan.com/indiv_item_pages/RPP_item_page.html Reflex Pressure Points] by Bruce Miller</ref> |
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==Admissions== |
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===Blood & blood pressure=== |
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The [[baroreceptors]] in the [[carotid artery]] are pressure-sensitive, supplying the brain with information to control systemic blood pressure. Pressure against this region will send signals which indicate that blood pressure is too high and lead to a lowering of blood pressure<ref>See [http://www.taiji-qigong.co.uk/Articles/olddimmak.html A medical view of dim-mak]</ref>. Additionally the knockout is caused by the force being transmitted to the [[reticular activating system]] <ref>See [http://www.quanlikan.com/indiv_item_pages/CBLFKO_item_page.html The Complete Book of Light Force Knockouts] by Bruce Miller</ref>. |
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HCHS is unique from other Bexar County magnet schools in that it operates as an independent campus rather than as part of a "parent" school (See [[Business Careers High School]] or [[Communications Arts High School]]). Admission to HCHS requires the submission of an application and essay, as well as a C average. Eligible applicants are entered into a lottery system with selected students notified by mail. Prior to admitting the class of 2000, the admissions process did not operate as a lottery, and admitted students were selected based on the merits of their application. Each year, over 800 students apply to fill only 250 spots<ref name="Spots">[http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/metro/stories/MYSA081606.01B.HISD_Magnet_School.2e94834.html Harlendale Opening New Health Magnet School]</ref>. As a public school, no tuition is charged to either in-district or out of district students. |
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===Break=== |
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There are certain areas which are likely to lead to a break if struck properly, such as the "[[floating rib]]s", the [[philtrum]], and the side of the knee. |
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==Academics== |
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===Hyper-extension=== |
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There are joints that when struck, can be hyper-extended and even torn. This is a technique which can cause permanent damage to one's opponent. There are two types: |
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*Brute force: This takes advantage of the vulnerability of the strike point, usually a joint, thereby causing the damage. |
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*[[Golgi organ]]s: A relatively gentle strike to the Golgi tendon at the back of the elbow, for example, triggers a reflex which immediately relaxes that tendon allowing the elbow to bend more easily in the wrong direction. If this is immediately followed by a solid strike to the elbow joint, the elbow can be broken with significantly less effort than through brute force. {{Fact|date=April 2008}} |
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HCHS educates about 900 students from the 9th grade (freshman) through 12th grade (senior). The curriculum of HCHS complies with the requirements of the [[Texas Education Agency]], but additional courses that relate to the health field are also offered <ref name="HCHS">[http://www.nisd.net/healthcareers HCHS Homepage]</ref>. Health-related electives include: |
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===Concussion=== |
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The brain is a very sensitive [[organ (anatomy)|organ]]. It floats in a fluid (''[[cerebral spinal fluid]]'') and balances on a very flexible [[vertebral column|spine]]. These safety mechanisms allow the head to take substantial impact without resulting in concussion. However, martial art techniques can be delivered in a way which effectively eliminates such protections, thus causing disorientation or instantaneous knockout. The most commonly taught technique involves a strike just below the [[occipital ridge]], at the correct angle in the correct direction. Another well known point with this effect is the chin or lower jaw, giving rise to the [[boxing]] expression, a "glass jaw"<ref>See [http://en.allexperts.com/q/Boxing-1533/Glass-Jaw-v-s.htm Boxing and the Glass Jaw]</ref>. |
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* Medical/Surgical Technology: students learn information and techniques related to [[surgery]]. |
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===Energy=== |
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* Diagnostic Services I: the majority of this course involves the study of [[hematology]] as well as the ability to learn [[phlebotomy]] using a fake arm instead of a real person. |
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Some believe there are energy channels which flow around the body through [[acupuncture]] [[meridian (Chinese medicine)|meridians]], and an attack will impact the flows, and thus impact the body. This is called "chi", "ki" or "[[qi]]" in East Asian cultures. [[Traditional Chinese medicine]] theory is based on the idea that specific pathway lines called meridians exist on the human body, along which are found many hundreds of [[acupressure]] points. [[Acupuncture]] is the most well known use of the meridian system. Pressing, [[Chin na|seizing]] or striking (dim mak) these points (or combinations of points) with specific intent and at certain angles can result in either heightening or diminishing [[qi]] circulation in the body, according to this theory. Arts such as [[Bak Mei]] and [[Bok Foo Pai]] utilize this strategy almost exclusively in combat. (See [[Acupuncture]] for a discussion on the existence or non-existence of such meridians.) |
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* Diagnostic Services II: this course involves the study of clinical chemistry as well as more in-depth studies of topics covered in Diagnostic Services I. Students in this course are also allowed to practice phlebotomy on fellow students. |
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* Patient Care: a course for students interested in nursing, physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy |
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* Medical Administrative Procedures: introduces students to the clerical side of the health profession |
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* Clinical Rotation: students have the opportunity to visit nearby hospitals and observe professionals in the medical field. |
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* Dental Science I: a course covering basic dentistry and dental-related subjects |
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* Dental Science II: covers more dentistry and dental-related subjects, as well as some radiology. |
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* Health Careers Prep ("Co-Op"): students who have a job in a health-related field for half a day, everyday. |
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* Scientific Research and Design: students work with professionals on a research project for one year and report findings to a panel of scientists as well as other students. |
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* Clinical Rotation |
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*SPD Certification: students take a course directed at certification in sterilization, processing and distribution, taking half a year in class and half a year doing hospital rotations |
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As of 2006, HCHS has grouped together Medical/surgical Technology, Diagnostics Services I, Patient Care, and Dental Science classes into a single class in which the students "rotate" from one to another each grading period. |
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==Athletics== |
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HCHS does not have a football, basketball, baseball or volleyball team. HCHS does compete against other schools in golf, tennis, aquatics and cross country, which HCHS considers "lifetime" sports. |
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==Accolades== |
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HCHS is a nationally recognized school, having been named a National Blue Ribbon School for the 1990-1991 academic year<ref name="NBRS">[http://www.ed.gov/programs/nclbbrs/archives.html Blue Ribbon List]</ref>. HCHS is also a [[Texas Education Agency]](TEA) Exemplary campus, and has received the [http://nisd.net/schools/information/performance.php?tea=6 Gold Performance Acknowledgment](from the TEA). In addition, educators at HCHS have also been recognized at the state and national level for excellence in education <ref name="Award">[http://www.tea.state.tx.us/press/04milkengala.html TEA Press Release] </ref> <ref name="Award2">[http://www.siemens-foundation.org/awards/documents/2004-05SAAPWinners.pdf#search=%22%22Northside%20Health%20careers%20high%20school%22%20award%22 2004-2005 Seimen's Foundation Award List] </ref>. In addition, since 1997, long time volunteer and resident statistician Dr. Joe Ward has run the Biostatistics Research Club. Dr. Ward's commitment to the Northside Independent School District and HCHS has recently been recognized with the naming of Dr. Joe Ward Elementary School in his honor <ref name="Ward">[http://www.amstat.org/publications/amsn/index.cfm?fuseaction=ward2002 AMSTAT Press Release]</ref>. |
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In 2004, Latin teacher Mr. Clyde Lehmann was named as a recipient of the $25,000 prize from the Milken Award Foundation. |
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HCHS was also listed as an Honor School by the Texas Business & Education Coalition[http://www.tbec.org/honorroll.php] for 2006. As well as being listed as one of the top 500 schools[http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/18757087/?sort=Rank&count=1236&start=0&limit=100&year=2007&search=health] in the country by Newsweek.com for 3 consecutive years (2005-2007), HCHS was also listed as one of the top schools in Texas by Texas Monthly [http://www.texasmonthly.com/preview/2006-12-01/feature7]. |
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==School Spirit== |
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The school mascot is the [[Phoenix (mythology)|phoenix]], which is sometimes affectionately referred to as the "flaming chicken" and the school colors are navy blue, medical white, and maroon. |
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==References== |
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==External links== |
==External links== |
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The Official Health Careers High School Website - http://www.nisd.net/healthcareers<br /> |
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* Article Collections |
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*# [http://www.ao-denkou-kai.org/articles.htm Professor Rick Clark] |
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*# [http://dragonsociety.com/articles.php Rick Moneymaker] |
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*# [http://www.taiji-qigong.co.uk/Free_To_Download/Erle's%20Articles/Articles/newarticles.html Erle Montaigue (see "Dim Mak")] |
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*# [http://www.russellstutely.com/membership/index.php?option=com_content&task=section&id=5&Itemid=36 Russell Stutely] |
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* Pressure point systems |
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*# [http://www.ocfm.co.uk The OCFM - Featuring Russell Stutely] |
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*# [http://www.ao-denkou-kai.org Ao Denkou Kai] |
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*# [http://dragonsociety.com Dragon Society] |
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*# [http://www.dillman.com Dillman Karate International] |
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*# [http://www.quanlikan.com Quan Li K'an] |
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*# [http://www.taiji-qigong.co.uk Erle Montaigue] |
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*# [http://www.kyushojitsu.ca Kyusho Jitsu Canada] |
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Northside ISD Homepage - http://www.nisd.net<br /> |
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* Specific topics |
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*# [http://www.fightingarts.com/reading/article.php?id=423 What are pressure points?] |
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*# [http://www.fightingarts.com/reading/article.php?id=430 Types of Points] |
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*# [http://www.pressurepointkarate.com/vital_point_striking.htm History of vital point striking] |
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*# [http://www.bojuka.ca/pressure-points-charts.shtml Pressure point charts] |
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*# [http://www.pressurepointkarate.com/pressure-point-charts.htm Diagrams & use of specified points] |
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*# [http://www.fightingarts.com/reading/article.php?id=523 When pressure points fail] |
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{{Northside ISD}} |
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[[Category:High schools in San Antonio, Texas]] |
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Revision as of 06:33, 11 October 2008
| Northside Health Careers High School | |
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| Address | |
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4646 Hamilton Wolfe, 78229 , | |
| Information | |
| Type | Public school |
| Established | 1984 |
| Principal | Jackie Horras |
| Faculty | 62 |
| Grades | 9 - 12 |
| Number of students | ~900 |
| Color(s) | Navy, Maroon, & Medical White |
| Mascot | Phoenix |
| Website | [1] |
Northside Health Careers High School (HCHS) is a magnet school in Northside Independent School District for students that are interested in pursuing a career in the health profession. HCHS attracts students from school districts all across Bexar County and some from as far as Hondo, Texas.
History
HCHS opened in 1984 as one of the first magnet schools in south Texas under principal John Boyers, who remained principal until 2002. The land on which the school sits was donated to Northside Independent School District by the San Antonio Medical Foundation. HCHS is in the heart of the San Antonio medical center.
Admissions
HCHS is unique from other Bexar County magnet schools in that it operates as an independent campus rather than as part of a "parent" school (See Business Careers High School or Communications Arts High School). Admission to HCHS requires the submission of an application and essay, as well as a C average. Eligible applicants are entered into a lottery system with selected students notified by mail. Prior to admitting the class of 2000, the admissions process did not operate as a lottery, and admitted students were selected based on the merits of their application. Each year, over 800 students apply to fill only 250 spots[1]. As a public school, no tuition is charged to either in-district or out of district students.
Academics
HCHS educates about 900 students from the 9th grade (freshman) through 12th grade (senior). The curriculum of HCHS complies with the requirements of the Texas Education Agency, but additional courses that relate to the health field are also offered [2]. Health-related electives include:
- Medical/Surgical Technology: students learn information and techniques related to surgery.
- Diagnostic Services I: the majority of this course involves the study of hematology as well as the ability to learn phlebotomy using a fake arm instead of a real person.
- Diagnostic Services II: this course involves the study of clinical chemistry as well as more in-depth studies of topics covered in Diagnostic Services I. Students in this course are also allowed to practice phlebotomy on fellow students.
- Patient Care: a course for students interested in nursing, physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy
- Medical Administrative Procedures: introduces students to the clerical side of the health profession
- Clinical Rotation: students have the opportunity to visit nearby hospitals and observe professionals in the medical field.
- Dental Science I: a course covering basic dentistry and dental-related subjects
- Dental Science II: covers more dentistry and dental-related subjects, as well as some radiology.
- Health Careers Prep ("Co-Op"): students who have a job in a health-related field for half a day, everyday.
- Scientific Research and Design: students work with professionals on a research project for one year and report findings to a panel of scientists as well as other students.
- Clinical Rotation
- SPD Certification: students take a course directed at certification in sterilization, processing and distribution, taking half a year in class and half a year doing hospital rotations
As of 2006, HCHS has grouped together Medical/surgical Technology, Diagnostics Services I, Patient Care, and Dental Science classes into a single class in which the students "rotate" from one to another each grading period.
Athletics
HCHS does not have a football, basketball, baseball or volleyball team. HCHS does compete against other schools in golf, tennis, aquatics and cross country, which HCHS considers "lifetime" sports.
Accolades
HCHS is a nationally recognized school, having been named a National Blue Ribbon School for the 1990-1991 academic year[3]. HCHS is also a Texas Education Agency(TEA) Exemplary campus, and has received the Gold Performance Acknowledgment(from the TEA). In addition, educators at HCHS have also been recognized at the state and national level for excellence in education [4] [5]. In addition, since 1997, long time volunteer and resident statistician Dr. Joe Ward has run the Biostatistics Research Club. Dr. Ward's commitment to the Northside Independent School District and HCHS has recently been recognized with the naming of Dr. Joe Ward Elementary School in his honor [6].
In 2004, Latin teacher Mr. Clyde Lehmann was named as a recipient of the $25,000 prize from the Milken Award Foundation.
HCHS was also listed as an Honor School by the Texas Business & Education Coalition[2] for 2006. As well as being listed as one of the top 500 schools[3] in the country by Newsweek.com for 3 consecutive years (2005-2007), HCHS was also listed as one of the top schools in Texas by Texas Monthly [4].
School Spirit
The school mascot is the phoenix, which is sometimes affectionately referred to as the "flaming chicken" and the school colors are navy blue, medical white, and maroon.
References
External links
The Official Health Careers High School Website - http://www.nisd.net/healthcareers
Northside ISD Homepage - http://www.nisd.net