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Ballad Health launches academy pathway at Science Hill to train students for health careers

5530958 · August 4, 2025
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Ballad Health representatives outlined an inaugural Health Academy pathway at Science Hill High School, saying the program aims to recruit about 120–130 students this year and provide career pathways across clinical and nonclinical health roles.

Ballad Health representatives told the Johnson City Board of Education on Tuesday that a new Ballad Health Academy at Science Hill High School will give students multiple pathways into health-care careers, including clinical and nonclinical roles.

Board members heard a brief presentation from Ballad Health staff, who said the academy's inaugural year has surpassed early expectations. "Through our signing days last spring and through other efforts, we've signed well over 220 students," said Dr. Matt Loes, identified in…

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