Harlingen School of Health Professions marks decade of growth; board praises wellness, partnerships and career pathways

At a Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board meeting, Harlingen School of Health Professions Principal Tina Garza presented a 10-year summary of the campus’s academic and career-focused work, saying the school has graduated 465 students and built deep community partnerships to expand career and college pathways.

Garza told trustees the campus embeds health science themes across core subjects, adds hands-on practicum placements with local providers, and has a wellness center that supports students’ social‑emotional needs. "To date, Harlingen School of Health Professions has graduated 465 students," Garza said, and "one third have reached their undergraduate milestones and are continuing to graduate or to graduate schools." She said the campus partners with more than 21 community…