RRHC & Jefferson Elementary -- Partners in Education

Parkersburg, WV – Ritchie Regional Health Center (RRHC) and Jefferson Elementary Center (JEC) announced a new partnership to provide comprehensive health services to students, families, and staff. This collaboration, facilitated by the Chamber of Commerce of the Mid-Ohio Valley's Partner-In-Education Program, will make it easier for the school community to access vital healthcare resources.

"Ritchie Regional Health Center has been serving Jefferson Elementary School and the Parkersburg community since 2006 with a School-Based Health Center located on the Jefferson Elementary Campus. We are excited about this opportunity to strengthen our partnership with the students and staff. Our goal is to enhance the student's educational experience while providing care for their physical and emotional well-being," said Amy Yokum, CEO of Ritchie Regional Health Center.

"Jefferson Elementary is very fortunate to be partnered with Ritchie Regional Health Center. Having access to healthcare services on campus can greatly benefit students, families, and staff alike. Not only does it provide convenience and accessibility, but it also promotes overall wellness within the school community. Partnerships like these are essential for ensuring the well-being of everyone involved in the educational environment," said Tina Lowers, Principal of Jefferson Elementary Center.

About Ritchie Regional Health Center
Ritchie Regional Health Center is a community healthcare provider established in 1994. RRHC offers primary care services at eight Doddridge, Pleasants, Ritchie, and Wood County campuses, with six designated school-based health centers (SBHC).

About Jefferson Elementary Center
Jefferson Elementary Center serves students in the Parkersburg community, providing a supportive and enriching educational environment. The school's emphasis on student well-being aligns with its mission to prepare every student for success.

Signing Participants in Photo: 
Standing (L-R) Rick Dobson, Asst. Principal, JEC; Cindy Oxender, Asst. Principal, JEC; Jeni Hopkins, Asst. Principal, JEC; Sandy Swisher, Chief Medical Officer/COO, RRHC; Wendy Cutright, CQO, RRHC, Jennifer Tallman, Nurse Practitioner; Seated (L-R) Christie Willis, Superintendent, Wood County Schools; Tina Lowers, Principal, JEC; Amy Yokum, CEO, RRHC; Jill Parsons, CEO, Chamber of Commerce of the Mid-Ohio Valley