LifeChanger of the Year Nominee Profile

April Price was nominated by her colleague, Elizabeth Hilliard.

"April demonstrates the true meaning of being a LifeChanger! She has been the school nurse at Pocomoke High School for 15 years," explains Hilliard.

Pocomoke is a very small community located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and has a majority of students who live below the poverty line. As the nurse, Ms. Price has tended to way more than many nurses have to do in their school nursing career, whether it be a medical need, personal need, or just a listening ear. She is always there for students and cares for them as if they were her own children. She makes sure the students at PHS are healthy, both physically and mentally. Ms. Price has a great rapport with students. They trust her, especially if they find themselves struggling to find a caring adult.

"Not only does April care for the students, but she also helps many of the adults at Pocomoke High School," explains Hilliard. "I have personally been a benefactor of her nursing skills. I had a heart attack in 2014, and April made certain that I went to the doctor. She also provided follow-up care while I was at home for six weeks. She is always on hand to help the administration at our school with extra activities for the students."

Throughout the last two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ms. Price has helped establish appropriate protocols to lower the number of students and staff who have been affected by COVID. She has continued to coordinate with the local health department and the Board of Education to ensure the safety of every individual in her building, as well as outreach to community members, all while still doing the many tasks required of a school nurse.

"The Pocomoke community and Pocomoke High School are very appreciative and grateful for all that April does every single day," said Hilliard. "April is a true LifeChanger!"