ABILENE, TX — Students from De Leon High School’s Health Science program stepped out of the traditional classroom and into the world of healthcare on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, during an immersive lab day hosted at the Cisco College Nursing Education Center – Abilene Campus.
The specialized field trip gave aspiring healthcare professionals a firsthand look at medical careers and practical training environments. The day kicked off promptly at 9:00 a.m. as students arrived on campus and checked in with Bethany Brant from Hendrick Health Systems.
From 9:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m., the students participated in intensive, interactive learning rotations across four key healthcare disciplines:
Surgical Tech: Students explored operating room procedures, sterile field techniques, and the vital role surgical technologists play during procedures.
Respiratory Therapy: Participants gained insight into cardiopulmonary care, ventilator management, and airway treatment protocols.
Nursing: Instructors guided students through patient assessment scenarios, critical care decision-making, and advanced simulation exercises.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Hands-on demonstrations highlighted essential patient care routines, bedside manner, and fundamental clinical skills.
Attendees
De Leon High School Health Science instructors Jeffrey Roemisch and Chuck Jordan accompanied the cohort of students throughout the day. Participating students included Damian Arjona, Maria Hernandez, Kamber Holm, Kali Welker, Trista Hatch, Ella Plaunty, Alyssa Robinett, Marion Gonzales, Suzy Horn, and Drew Garza.
The lab day provided De Leon High School students with valuable exposure to post-secondary education pathways and direct experience with state-of-the-art simulation equipment, bridging the gap between high school coursework and future healthcare careers.
