Healthy Learners releases 2023 annual report, highlighting how the ministry is painting a world full of possibilities

Wednesday, April 03, 2024

Tags: Healthy Learners , Outreach

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Last year, Healthy Learners provided 15,841 services and 21,334 health screenings to children across South Carolina, traveling 115,179 miles to enable students to receive those screenings and services. The Healthy Learners 2023 Annual Report highlights these figures and provides updates on each service area and how the ministry continues to expand the services and screenings provided to ensure healthy children, better students and thriving communities.

Read the full annual report here

Below is the text of the introduction letter in the annual report from Executive Director Amy Splittgerber.

A Year of Growth and Impact

When I became the Executive Director of Healthy Learners in 2019, I envisioned a canvas filled with vibrant possibilities. My aspirations were not merely administrative goals but strokes of color, blending to create a masterpiece that would touch the lives of countless children in South Carolina. In my dreams, I saw each county and community waiting to be infused with the transformative essence of Healthy Learners. With the support of a community that believed in the potential of every child, we embarked on a journey to a brighter future.

Over the past 4½ years, our canvas has come to life. We have tripled our geographical footprint and added hope, resilience, and opportunity. The number of students served has nearly tripled. More staff and vehicles joined, allowing us to reach more children and provide them with the essential healthcare needed to thrive in both the classroom and life.

Reflecting on this artistic journey, I am grateful to everyone who picked up a brush and contributed to this masterpiece. If you are reading this, you are part of the vibrant hues that make this happen! With your help and trust in us, we are not just building opportunities; we are painting dreams that are becoming a reality for thousands of children in South Carolina.

I invite you to take a brush and join me in witnessing the continued expansion of our canvas. The painting of possibilities is far from complete, and I can't wait to explore new dimensions of growth and impact in the coming year. Thank you for being a vital part of this journey.

Amy Splittgerber
Executive Director

Healthy Learners is a ministry of the Sisters of Charity Health System.