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Campus Information

Year Open:

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School Mascot: Phoenix

School colors: Maroon, Blue, White

Mission Statement:
Campus Mission: Engage all students in rich academics focused on meaningful applications of medical knowledge and skills.

Campus Vision: Every student grows in compassion, integrity, and excellence.

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Brad Hebert - Principal
As the principal of Health Careers High School, I am honored to support our future healthcare leaders. I am proud that my entire professional career has been with Northside, beginning as an English Language Arts Teacher here at Health Careers High School before spending nearly six years as the Assistant Principal. I then moved to be an Assistant Principal at Harlan High School, before becoming Principal of the NSITE Magnet School at Holmes High School. I earned my bachelorโ€™s degree from the University of Iowa in English and my Mastersโ€™ Degree in Educational Leadership from UTSA. I am excited to return home to the school where my career in education began, supporting the amazing community of students and families at Health Careers High School. It is my mission to ensure that all Health Careers students have opportunities to explore, grow, and excel so that when they graduate, they are prepared to meet the demands of an ever-changing healthcare field while growing in compassion, integrity, and excellence.
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Nereida Ollendieck - Associate Principal

The Associate Principal also serves as the Campus Behavior Coordinator. They can be reached by email at nereida.ollendieck@nisd.net or by phone at 210-397-5405.

Nereida Ollendieck is honored to serve as the Associate Principal of Health Careers High School. She earned her master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Texas at San Antonio and brings 16 years of experience in public education.

Throughout her career, she has served as a Health Science Teacher at Memorial High School and Health Careers High School, CTE Department Coordinator at Marshall High School, Assistant Principal, and Academic Dean at Briscoe Middle School. These experiences have strengthened her commitment to instructional leadership, student achievement, and building positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Mrs. Ollendieck is passionate about creating a collaborative and supportive school culture where every student has the opportunity to succeed. She is excited to serve the Health Careers High School community and looks forward to contributing to the continued growth and success of its students and staff.

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    210-397-5406
    bettina.melton@nisd.net
    Bettina Melton
    Assistant Principal

    Bettina Melton is the Assistant Principal at Health Careers High School. She has nineteen years of experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and campus leader.  Bettina is committed to creating supportive, academically rich environments where students feel challenged, valued, and empowered. She holds a Master of Education in Administration and was honored as Health Careers High Schoolโ€™s Educator of the Year in 2025. Outside of school, Bettina is a proud mom to one son and an avid reader and podcast listener.