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2019-2020 NYS Immunization Requirements
The district's school health services program supports your student's academic success by promoting health in the school setting. One way that we provide care for your student is by performing the health screenings as mandated by the State of New York.During the school year, the following screenings will be required or completed at school.
VISION - Distance acuity and near vision for all newly entering students and students in Kindergarten, Grades 1, 3, 5, 7 & 11. Hyperopia and color perception screening for all newly entering students.
HEARING - Hearing screening for all newly entering students and students in Kindergarten, Grades 1, 3, 5, 7 & 11.
SCOLIOSIS - Scoliosis (spinal curvature) screening for all girls in grades 5 and 7 and boys in grade 9.
HEALTH APPRAISALS - A physical examination including Body Mass Index and Weight Status Category Information is required for all newly entering students and students in Kindergarten and grades 1,3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 within 30 days of entry.DENTAL CERTIFICATES - A dental certificate is requested for all newly entering students and students in Kindergarten, Grades 1, 3, 5 ,7, 9 & 11 within 30 days of entry.A letter will be sent home if there are any findings on the screening done at school that would cause concern or need medical follow-up. Please call the school's Health Office if you have any questions or concerns.
If we do not receive a health appraisal for your child in Kindergarten, Grades 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11, she/he will be seen by the school physician at his next scheduled visit to their building.
