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Pertaining to the ischium. Referring to the hip. Referring to the sciatic nerve. Related to the sciatic nerve or the ischium.  

A type of alternative education that stresses the involvement of the total community as a learning resource.  

The chief school administrator at the local level, usually appointed by the board of education.  

A movement in large school districts to provide different types of instruction and/or programs and to permit parents to choose the school that best fits the needs of their children.  

Education and environmental procedures to ensure safe living of pupils and staff. The program consist of the following: (a) teaching pupils how to avoid and cope with hazardous situations, (b) reducing hazardous situations in the school environment, and (c) teaching pupils and staff how to deal with and care for victims of accidents or sudden…

A medical doctor who usually functions within the school health service component of the school health program. This person may be employed by the school on a full-time or part-time basis.  

An individual who is trained in both nursing and education and who functions in both health services activities and educational endeavors.  

A person trained and certified as a nurse but who functions within school health services. Generally, this person does not function in a direct education capacity with the school but does act as a consultant/speaker and provides health counseling. A nurse who works in a school, treating health problems and promoting health and safety. A…

That part of the comprehensive school health provided by physicians, nurse, dentists, health educators, allied health personnel, social workers, and teachers to appraise, protect, and promote the health of learners and school personnel. The services are designed to ensure access to and the appropriate use to primary care services to prevent and control communicable diseases,…