Special health problems
When children have special health problems (diabetes,
asthma, heart problems, seizure disorders, etc.) parents
are urged to provide the school with medical reports so
that appropriate arrangements and accommodations may
be made. Nurses are alert to the special needs of students
and can assist with modifications during the school day.
School health record
Minnesota state law requires schools to maintain a perma-
nent health record for every child showing immunizations
and health conditions throughout the school years, kinder-
garten through grade 12.
Health Services
Parents are requested to notify the school of health
problems, updated immunizations, and other conditions
affecting the health of their child. After graduation, this
record will be filed permanently.
School Health Services
Good health and scholarship go hand in hand because
healthy kids are better learners. Health Services
recognizes that parent caregivers are the single most
important influence on their children. Parents and school
staff need to keep in close touch as children begin their
school career.
If you have questions about school Health Services
please contact your school’s registered nurse.
What health information do I need to provide
about my child?
Entrance health requirement
Immunization against measles, German measles,
mumps, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio,
hepatitis “B” and varicella are required by Minnesota
state law before any child may attend school. Parents
must provide the information regarding the month, day,
and year of each immunization to the school prior to
kindergarten attendance (For more details see pages
7 and 8).
Emergency information
You will be asked to complete an emergency information
sheet for your child at the beginning of the school year.
This information is essential so parents may be con-
tacted when children become ill, need to be sent home,
or in an emergency. It is very important to list friends
or neighbors who may be called and who are willing to
provide transportation if you are not at home.
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