The nurses’ office at Cathedral Catholic High School is one of those places you might pass a hundred times without thinking twice – yet it’s quietly at the center of so much that happens on campus. It’s where students show up with everything from a headache to sudden stomach aches, where stress meets a calm voice, and where small moments of care make a big difference. Behind the doors, someone is always ready to listen, prescribe treatment, or just let you escape from the pressures of class, keeping the school community running one student at a time.

The nurse’s office sees a constant stream of students, each with their own needs and questions. Mrs. Spooner, the main school nurse, handles serious injuries and extreme health concerns, while Mrs. Summer, the nurses’ assistant, makes sure Mrs. Spooner and all the students who attend the nurses’ office are supported.

Together, they manage the flow of the day with focus and care, turning the office into a place where students can take a moment for themselves and get back to the rest of their day.

What makes the nurses’ office stand out most is how well Mrs. Spooner and Mrs. Summer work together. They balance each other’s strengths, whether it’s handling a busy rush between classes or checking in on a student who just needs someone to talk to. Their teamwork creates a sense of calm and touch that reaches beyond the office walls. “They always make you feel cared for, even if you’re just stopping by for something small,” senior Sofia Bravo said. “It’s nice knowing there’s always someone there who actually listens.”

Together, they’ve built connections across campus with students, teachers, and parents alike – making the health office an important part of the school’s support system.

Mrs. Spooner has been the school nurse at Cathedral since 2020, stepping into the role in the middle of the COVID pandemic. After spending over a decade in hospital nursing, she wanted to work more closely with kids and make a difference beyond medicine. That opportunity came through Cathedral, where she quickly became a trusted face for students who needed both care and comfort. “Working with you guys-getting to know you, helping you through things emotionally and physically-is super rewarding,” she said.

Her easygoing sense of humor and genuine kindness make the nurses’ office feel less intimidating and more like a community. Whether she is helping an injured athlete, managing new health challenges, or just checking in on a student who needs to talk, Mrs. Spooner brings warmth, understanding, and a sense of fun to her work everyday.

New to Cathedral, Mrs. Summer has already made a big impact in just over a year on campus. With a background in business and years spent raising her family, she brings a calm, caring presence to the nurses’ office. Though she is not a nurse by title, she’s become someone students can count on. She is always ready to listen, help, or just offer a kind word to get you through every day.

“The most rewarding part is the student interaction,” she said. “It’s really special to be a safe place on campus where students can come, whether they’re not feeling well or just need a minute to reset.” Her open-door attitude and genuine warmth have helped her build strong connections with students and staff alike, making her an essential part of the team that keeps Cathedral running with care and compassion.

Mrs. Spooner and Mrs. Summer bring more than just care to the nurses’ office; they bring heart. Their teamwork, laughter, and patience create an environment where students feel supported, no matter what they are dealing with. Whether it’s a quick ice pack, tough conversation, or just a place to breathe, they remind everyone that health isn’t only about feeling well, it’s about being seen. And at Cathedral, that’s exactly what they do best.