Phyllis Yoder
Position: School Nurse and Early On Coordinator
School: Huron Learning Center
School District: Huron Intermediate School District
City, State: Bad Axe, MI
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Phyllis Yoder was nominated by her colleague, Karen Currie.
Most schools have a nurse who takes loving care of sick and injured children, but Ms. Yoder goes above and beyond in so many ways. She truly has been a LifeChanger for the Huron Learning Center and the Huron Intermediate School District.
The Huron Learning Center serves children with significant disabilities and challenges, including some who are medically fragile and have multiple medical complications. Ms. Yoder approaches each student, regardless of age or ability, with respect and compassion. She responds quickly to those in need, and her calm demeanor helps everyone to be reassured that the correct steps will be taken for each child's unique needs.
Ms. Yoder also coordinates her school's medical emergency response team. She plans unannounced, scenario-based drills that have helped this team to feel confident in their ability to respond to any emergency. Under her guidance, they have grown their skills.
In addition to all the typical tasks that a school nurse handles each week, Ms. Yoder also coordinates the Project Find/Build Up/Early On evaluations. She guides parents of young children through the process of determining if the child has special needs. It can be an emotionally difficult time for families, but Ms. Yoder's compassionate nature and wealth of knowledge about child development and service options is reassuring for families.
Ms. Yoder coordinates wellness activities for the staff and shares information on exercise, nutrition, healthy habits, vaccinations, and more. She models healthy living without being preachy or condescending. She is well-respected, and the staff value her perspective and knowledge. Her personality is enviable; she is fun, kind, compassionate, competent, and conscientious.
"I’ll end with an example that sums up Phyllis," said Currie. "Each spring, on School Nurse Appreciation Day, Phyllis cooks a lunch for our entire staff of about 100 people. Instead of us thanking HER for all she does, she thanks all of us for the opportunity to be an integral part of the school community. It’s always delicious, home-made, healthy, and served with a beaming smile and a sense of humor. She has been a LifeChanger for the students and staff of the Huron Learning Center.
P.S - The playlist songs are all her daughter's band. She is their biggest fan!
I had the opportunity to work with Phyllis for many years and she is a women of God who has devoted herself to serving others. Her kindness and respect of every individual is unmeasurable. Bless you my friend and so thankful I had so many years of your “light” at the Huron Learning Center.
Phyllis is wonderful!! She is hardworking, dedicated and very knowledgeable. She has a positive attitude and a sense of humor. She is also kind and caring. It’s a real pleasure to work with her!
Phyllis is a terrific co-worker and an overall wonderful, compassionate person! We can't thank you enough for all you do for our students and staff!
I was fortunate enough to be part of the interviewing team when Phyllis applied for the school nurse position and it was obvious at that point that she would be one of the best hires this organization has made! Her skills go far beyond that of a school nurse and her value to our organization is immeasurable. She not only looks after the health and welfare of staff and students, she coordinates our early intervention program, is a partner in school safety issues/activities, provides CPR/First Aid training to staff, plans and executes emergency drills and is an overall trusted confidant to so many people. Phyllis never gets rattled. She is the calm in the storm and never judges people for their actions/words in a stressful moment. Throughout the year Phyllis is known for providing wonderful food/meals for staff-an example of her selflessness that supports a positive work culture. She is one of the most decent human beings I know and frankly, I aspire to be like her and feel so blessed to have worked with her for so many years. Phyllis has certainly been a positive "life changer" to this organization!
Phyllis has truly been a "life changer" for our school. She has been serving students and staff over 20 years with a joyful spirit and tremendous skill. I was a teacher at the Huron Learning Center, a school for students with significant disabilities, before a school nurse was hired to care for the unique medical needs of our students. Phyllis was the perfect person to serve children with disabilities and their families who were facing the reality of very challenging needs presented by their beloved children. Her service was transformational for the children, parents and teaching staff as well. Phyllis grew in this role, taking on professional development, mental health issues, training staff for emergency response and providing medical intake for infants and young children who are suspected of having a disability. Phyllis has shared her expertise with other school nurses within the county, and was selected by her colleagues to serve as the President of Michigan Association of School Nurses.
Phyllis's most remarkable attribute is her upbeat personality and generous spirit. She gives her best to all, and even in times of crisis, those around her feel better because of her calm demeanor and medical competence. The trust families have in her and the respect she has earned through years of energetic service truly have been life changing to our entire district. She has made the school environment safer, healthier and averted crisis many times over through her dedication to student health.
Phyllis is absolutely fantastic! She is always making sure we have great health articles to read and even sends us fabulous recipes. Phyllis is also an absolute wonder in the kitchen. If you have been lucky enough to taste one her many creations, you’d think you’ve died and went to heaven! We are so lucky to have her working at our ISD!
Phyllis has been such a blessing since I started my time here at the Huron ISD. She goes above and beyond her role as a nurse and is always willing to lend a helping hand. Phyllis is a wonderful nurse, leader, cook, and friend!
Phyllis is wonderful! Thank you for all you do!
Huron ISD is beyond blessed to have Phyllis as our school Nurse, Project Find Coordinator, and MERT Team Leader, She always has a smile on her face and is a dedicated employee! Her passion for our staff and student's health is appreciated everyday. Phyllis also assists with facilitating school safety drills, and I couldn't imagine holding them without her!
Thank you for being an amazing nurse- our team appreciates all that you do!
I enjoy working with Phyllis so much! She is one of the kindest people I know, and her care for both the children and adults she works with always goes above and beyond. She is truly a blessing to know and work with.
Phyllis is a shining light amongst the staff here at the HISD. She exudes kindness along with a genuine smile and true interest in everyone's well-being. She is a role model for creating life balance while still being dedicated to the children and staff she serves. When I finally grow up, I want to be more like Phyllis Yoder.
Phyllis, you are simply the best! You wear so many hats and have such a vast amount of knowledge. We would be completely lost without you. Your personality is what I like the best though. You are always so positive, caring, and spunky! Last, but not least, you make the best food. Your baked items are always delicious and it's practically impossible to just take one.
Phyllis is an amazing person...beautiful both inside and out! She welcomes, and greets, everyone with warmth and a smile. She is easy to talk to and always willing to offer a helping hand where she can. Her presence will be greatly missed!
Phyllis is a wealth of knowledge and is always willing to help! It is clear what an impact she's had on those around her.
Phyllis is a kind, compassionate person who always goes above and beyond for staff and students. She is an amazing part of the team, and has made positive impacts where every she goes.
Phyllis is such a kind and knowledgeable soul! She has been a great support during my 17 year career with HISD. I have worked with Phyllis professionally on school projects and also with my sons through the Early On Program as they were both NICU babies and experienced delays. Phyllis is always upbeat and gentle in her approach and acknowledges both sides of a situation when presenting options. I've also been blessed with her loved of cooking and scrapbooking and appreciate her down to earth personality. Phyllis has been very helpful to our district in pioneering employee and student wellness. She's simply the best!
Phyllis has such a kind heart. She goes above and beyond for students and staff. Phyllis is so much more than a nurse!
Phyllis always has a kind smile, making everyone feel welcome. She is extremely compassionate and helpful. I’m thankful to have Phyllis working in such a critical role at our ISD. She definitely deserves this acknowledgment!
Phyllis is an awesome motivator and mentor. She leads by example and always finds ways to show people she cares. Phyllis always has a smile to share and takes the time to ask how things are going. She is extremely knowledgeable, quick to offer to help and always goes above and beyond. Thank you Phyllis for impacting so many and for letting your light shine on all!!
Phyllis is a great person and wonderful to work with. She is so caring. She gives helpful healthy advice to us all.
Phyllis is an amazing person to work with. While all of us mortals have "bad days" I have never seen Phyllis have one. She is always positive, has a smile on her face, is happy to help, and I haven't even mentioned her amazing cooking that she blesses all that work with her with. While I see her far less than I have in the past, it is always a pleasure to interact and work with her. She cares so deeply about the students and staff and it shows every single day with every single student or staff member!!
Thank you Phyllis for everything you do!!
Phyllis is such a joy to work with! She is kind, caring, thoughtful, funny, and always ready to listen to and support the staff and students at the HISD. Her title as school nurse barely describes the work she does and what she brings to the team of people who have the privilege of working with her. Thank you for being here, Phyllis!
Thank you Phyllis for all you do for our students and staff! You are an absolute delight to work with, and you go above and beyond in every aspect of your job. Your kindness and empathy towards others does not go unnoticed.
Wonderful person to work with and know! Your hard work does not go unnoticed!
Phyllis is such a positive light to our organization. She always has a smile on her face, has such a giving and caring heart, and brings joy to everyone she comes across, both students and staff, alike! We are blessed to have Phyllis on our team!
Phyllis goes above and beyond for those around her. She is definitely seen as a knowledgeable leader, teacher, and mentor. I am very proud to have her as part of our team at the HISD.
Phyllis has been such a blessing throughout my time here at the Huron ISD. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and goes well above and beyond her "job requirements." She is a phenomenal nurse, cook, leader, coworker, and friend. Thanks for all that you do for us, Phyllis!
Phyllis is a compassionate person. Her kindness to me on my first week of working at the HISD was very appreciated! Thank you for all you do for us!
Phyllis is such an asset to HISD! She is always sharing news and programs that help keep us healthy, like the walking program last year. She has been a wealth of information during the pandemic! She always has a smile on her face and is so friendly. I appreciate all that Phyllis does!!
I have only worked with Phyllis for a short period of time, but it was quickly easy to see the impact that she has on staff and students that we work with. Thank you for all that you do, Phyllis!
Phyllis is always there to help with our students and staff. If she isn't available, she will give support with the steps to care for the situation. She is a great asset to our school district, and we are very happy to have her.
Phyllis has done so many amazing things above and beyond for our organization as a whole as well as individual staff or students. Her many talents have had a positive impact across Huron County.
Phyllis is an amazing individual and nurse!! She is hard working and dedicated to both staff and students and always great to work with....with the most pleasant and positive demeanor. We are so fortunate to have her.
Phyllis is an incredible wealth of knowledge and dedicated to not only her duties, but goes above what she should to ensure the health and safety of others.
Phyllis is a huge asset to our organization! She is the backbone to our early on program. I can't imagine how we will function without her.
Phyllis is amazing. I don't know all the things she does for students, except that she seems to be everywhere :-) Even though being school nurse in a building full of students with special needs, many medical, is a big job, Phyllis still goes above and beyond to care for the health and wellness of staff. She certifies staff in CPR, and she arranges with the health department each year to bring a flu shot clinic into the building so staff (and their adult family members) only need to walk down the hall. Phyllis came in early one day a week for all of last year to offer rapid-response COVID testing every Monday, and she continues to offer testing to staff on-site by appointment.
Phyllis has done so many things over the year to care for staff health, depending on current needs. Sometimes she hosts Tabata exercise programs after school, some years she offers a Winter Wellness "Biggest Loser" weight loss challenge, and more recently, she's focused on sharing mental health and stress resources. And Phyllis has a great sense of humor. Blood-borne pathogen training is a staff requirement every year. Many of our trainings are online, but the administration rotates which trainings we get "live" each year. I always look forward to Phyllis's turn, because it's fun and interesting, like a race for teams to clean up a mock spill of bodily fluids. And we'll never forget that "If it's wet and sticky and it's not yours, don't touch it!"
I always smile when I see Phyllis in the hallway, and I know it's going to be a good day if I walk into the break room and see a delicious and healthy snack made by Phyllis. Thanks, Phyllis, for everything you do!
Phyliss always has a smile on her face and comes running whenever you need her! She is a kind soul!
Phyllis,
Thank you for all that you do for families, students, and the staff you work with!
Phyllis you are the BEST nurse a school could ask for! You go ABOVE AND BEYOND with your care of all our students and STAFF too! We sure appreciate Nurses Day when YOU cook for staff. Just the best! Thank you for everything!
Phyllis always has the most friendly smile and is so welcoming. She is such an asset to the HISD...so much knowledge behind her beautiful personality. She definitely wears many hats and for that, I so much appreciate her. She will have very big shoes to fill after her well deserved retirement. Thank you for everything you do Phyllis!!
Phyllis is a great person to have at our school. She shows a lot of compassion and support toward our students and staff.
Phyllis is knowledgeable, caring and supports all of us. She is quick to share a smile and to lend a hand! We are beyond grateful her!!
You are truly a wonderful person, and co-worker! As an employee you are committed to the mission of the Huron ISD, and really lives the values that have been created by the culture of the teams. Thanks for all you do for EVERYONE! Julie T
Phyllis,
You are appreciated more than you will ever know. Thank you for always giving us a reason to smile with your positivity.
Phyllis adds great value to our organization with her caring nature and hard work. She is highly respected, professional, and takes such pride in her work!
Phyllis does a great job keeping our staff well-informed, providing needs for our health and safety, encouraging our staff to be healthier by sharing health recipes and challenges, and offering flu shot clinics on site. She is very deserving!
Phyllis,
You have been such an incredible blessing to our students and staff! We appreciate everything you to do make the lives of our students and staff better.
