Examinations/Screenings

 

Student Health Examinations and Screenings

Examinations:

• Physical Examinations: Required for all students in Kindergarten, 6th grade, and 11th grade.
• Dental Examinations: Required for all students in Kindergarten/1st grade, 3rd grade, and 7th grade.

Mandated Health Screenings:

• BMI (Body Mass Index): Completed annually for all students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Results will be documented in the student's health charting system and will not be sent home unless a parent/guardian submits a written request. Parents/guardians may also opt their student out of BMI screening by submitting a written request.
• Vision: Completed annually for all students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Referral letters will be sent home for students who do not pass the school vision screening.
• Hearing: Completed for students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, 7th grade, and 11th grade. Referral letters will be sent home for students who do not pass the school hearing screening.
• Scoliosis: Completed for students in 6th and 7th grades. Referral letters will be sent home for students who do not pass the scoliosis screening.

 

Required 7th Grade Immunizations

All incoming 7th grade students are required to have two vaccinations:

• Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis)
• MCV (Meningococcal Vaccine)

Both vaccinations are required before a student can enter 7th grade.

Most students receive these vaccinations during their private physical examination. These vaccines will not be given during school physical examinations. Throughout the school year, parents/guardians will be notified if the school does not have documentation of their child's required immunizations. 

Required immunizations can be obtained through your child's healthcare provider. Families may also contact their local Department of Health to determine whether they qualify to receive vaccinations through the health department.