In episode nine, we’re hitting the road to the Niagara Region Public Health offices, where Jen Pellegrini chats with Joanne Germano, a Public Health Nurse with the School Health Program.

Niagara Catholic recently visited the Niagara Region to sign a Declaration of Commitment with Niagara Region Public Health, strengthening the partnership between the agency and all four Niagara school boards. 

In this episode, Jen and Joanne dive into how Public Health supports students and families, what the role of a school nurse looks like in 2026, and some of the key health risks affecting students today.