Health Requirements Overview
Parents must submit the physical examination and proof of immunization forms by the first day of school; students who do not have those health forms submitted will not be able to attend school.
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Resources: Influenza (Flu)
The District encourages families to learn about the importance of getting an annual flu vaccine. Here are two helpful resources:
Health Requirements
Families need to provide health information to the District at the following times:
Health Exam |
Dental Exam Due by May 15 |
Eye Exam |
Middle School Athletic Physical (athletes only) |
School Athletic |
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K |
X |
X |
X |
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Grade 2 |
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X |
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Grade 6 |
X |
X |
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X* |
X |
Grade 7 |
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X |
X |
Grade 8 |
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X |
X |
New Illinois Student |
X |
(ONLY if entering K, 2nd or 6th grade) |
X |
X
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X
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*The 6th grade health physical (Certificate of Child Health Exam) is used to meet this requirement.
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Vision and Hearing Screenings
Vision and Hearing Screenings are mandated by the State of Illinois and provided in accordance with the Illinois Department of Health guidelines.
Annual screenings are done on the following schedule.
Hearing:
All students receiving special education services, students new to the district, students in Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade, as well as students referred for screening by teachers or parents.
Vision:
All students receiving special education services, students new to the district, students in Pre-K, Kindergarten, 2nd, and 8th grade as well as students referred for screening by teachers or parents.
Parents/ guardians and staff members who suspect a problem with a student's vision or hearing are encouraged to contact the school health office to request a screening. Students who do not pass the school screenings are referred for medical follow up.
Parents or guardians who object to the screenings for their child on religious grounds may contact the school nurse for additional information.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the vision or hearing of a student, please contact the health office at your child's school.