Judith Ferolito

Judith Ferolito worked at St. Elizabeth's Hospital from 1966-1978 and first became a part of the Waltham Public Schools as a library aide at the Lawrence School in 1975  when her younger daughter entered Kindergarten . It was there that she saw firsthand what school nurses do. Her children's school nurse, Jane Egan, encouraged her to get on the substitute list since Judy was helping Jane when she was at her "other schools ". Judy started substituting for Health Services and in Health Career classes.  In June 1982, Judy became a full time nurse at Waltham High. and retired in 2000 as Nursing Supervisor/Director. Judy was greatly influence by her role models and predecessors Mary Tierney and Jane Egan Eccles. Judy wanted to continue programs they started and make a difference for the betterment of students’ (and staff members’) health and safety.