Susan Ennis, Department Chair
Mrs. Susan Ennis received her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she majored in Exercise and Sports Science, with a specialization in Athletic Training. She went on to receive her Master's Degree in Education from East Carolina University. Mrs. Ennis joined the Leesville Road High School staff in 2001. During her tenure at Leesville, she has continued to maintain her role as a Teacher and as an Athletic Trainer. Mrs. Ennis is a Nationally Board Certified Athletic Trainer and a Nationally Board Certified Teacher in Health Education. She is the Career and Technical Education Department Chair and she is the lead teaches for the Health Science Courses. She is also the advisor for the HOSA Future Health Professionals Club.
Courses
Foundations of Health Science |
Health Science I/I Honors |
This course is designed for students to acquire foundational knowledge pertinent to healthcare professionals. Topics include advancements in healthcare, medical terminology, mathematics used in healthcare, the domains of healthcare, and in-demand healthcare careers. Students will enhance their communication, leadership, and career decision-making skills. English language arts and mathematics are reinforced. Students that enjoy this content and class can become members of the HOSA Future Health Professionals Club.
Health Science II/II Honors |
This course is developed to focus on human anatomy, physiology, and human body diseases and disorders, and recognizing and responding to first aid emergencies. Students will learn about healthcare careers within the context of human body systems. Projects, teamwork, and demonstrations serve as instructional strategies that reinforce the curriculum content. English language arts and science are reinforced in this course. Students taking Health Science I may be interested in joining HOSA Future Health Professionals club.
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This course is developed to help students expand their understanding of the healthcare industry, including employability skills, safety and infection control procedures, and clinical skills used by allied health professionals. In addition, students will demonstrate their understanding of cardiovascular and respiratory systems by applying BLS CPR skills. Projects, teamwork, and demonstrations serve as instructional strategies to reinforce the curriculum content. English language arts and science are reinforced in this course. Students taking Health Science II may be interested in joining HOSA Future Health Professionals club.