Cheryl Wittman.

BETHALTO - Civic Memorial High School in Bethalto is recognizing school nurse Cheryl Whitman on School Nurses Day, praising her for providing care and support to students and staff, Civic Memorial Principal Justin Newell said.

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Principal Newell describes Whitman as “our incredible School Nurse Hero here at Civic Memorial High School” and says she is present “from the moment students walk through our doors,” offering “care, comfort, and compassion to every student and staff member who needs it.”

Whitman is a definite "Difference Maker" in her community.

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School Nurses Day is always celebrated on the first Wednesday of May.

Newell said Whitman’s work ranges from “a band-aid” to “a listening ear,” and says she helps people through tough days. He adds that she “goes above and beyond to keep our Eagle Nation healthy and strong.”

The principal also credited Whitman’s “dedication, kindness, and calm presence,” saying her impact “often goes unseen — but never unappreciated.” He called her “the heartbeat of our building” and “a shining example of what it means to be all in for our students.”

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