ABRAZO SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CARE CLINIC AT CARTWRIGHT SCHOOL

DISTRICT NO. 83

Arizona School-Based Health Care CouncilAnnual Meeting

November 2, 2012

WHO WE ARE: We are an urban school district in the heart of

Phoenix in an area known as Maryvale. We service over 19,000 students daily 20 Schools consisting of:

4 = k-8 4 = middle schools 12 = elementary

Median income per family: $35,000 (per family, Maricopa County)

Percentage of students on free or reduced lunch: 81.55% (September 2012)

Home values: $33,260 (October 2012, Maricopa County Elections)

Number of foreclosures: 1,315 (September 2012, City of

Phoenix)

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WHY? Proximity/convenience to members of our

community. We are very pleased to host the clinic 3 days a

week (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.).

Keep our clinic busy: make our parents aware, train our staff to ensure the clinic stays busy.

1,117 students medical needs served since inception (September 2009).

Reduce school absenteeism & improve academic achievement: Over 80% of children seen, return to class

allowing them to focus on learning. Reduction in absenteeism: yes (5.1%) (district data)

Retain & increase student enrollment.3

HOW?

Propose to Executive Team ABRAZO draws up School-based Clinic

Agreement Provides Certificate of Liability Insurance

Attorney review Find a centralized space that provides a

separate & secure entrance. Coordinate with ABRAZO to ensure space is

sufficient for their needs. Obtain Governing Board approval Allow ABRAZO staff access to facility. 4

GOVERNING BOARD ENGAGEMENT:

Explain why it is critical to underserved communities. Access Awareness Provide primary medical care, management of

chronic illnesses, and some dental services. Keep your Governing Board informed about

the clinic: Provide statistics Refresh their memories about the services

provided Remind them why it is important to provide this

service to our community.5

Dr. Jacob A. ChávezSuperintendent

jchavez@mail.cartwright.k12.az.us623-691-4002 6