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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.

portrait photo of Principal, Jay Sumpter
Jay Sumpter - Principal
Mr. Sumpter completed his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Teaching Certificate in Biology and General Science at Indiana University and entered the teaching profession in 1992. His Master of Education Degree was earned from Lamar University in 2009. During his fourteen years as classroom teacher, Mr. Sumpter taught a variety of courses including five different science courses including the development of three new course offerings. Mr. Sumpter assumed the role of Assistant Director for the Science and Engineering Academy (SEA) in the fall of 2006 and was named Principal of the SEA in 2010. Mr. Sumpter was appointed as the Principal of John Jay High School in 2016. Mr. Sumpter has been the proud Phoenix Principal of Health Careers High School since 2021.
portrait photo of Associate Principal, Krystal Abney
Krystal Abney - Associate Principal

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

Krystal Abney is honored to be the new Associate Principal at Health Careers High School. Formerly, she was at John Jay High School as the Academic Dean for five years. Ms. Abney has served Northside teachers and students at Central Office in Curriculum and Instruction, Stevens High School, and Warren High School.
Her professional experience includes being the AVID site coordinator, teacher, and district director in Judson ISD. Ms. Abney began her teaching career in 1995 at Huron High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan where she attended the University of Michigan for both her Bachelors and Masters degrees. She firmly believes in the power of education to transform humankind through student access to options and opportunities.
Ms. Abney and her husband have 3 children. Their oldest is a Jay/SEA graduate. Their younger son and daughter currently attend Northside schools.

  • portrait photo of Assistant Principal, Delisa Ramos
    210-397-5406
    delisa.ramos@nisd.net
    Delisa Ramos
    Assistant Principal