Health Assessment
It is the responsibility of the parents to provide school authorities (principals, nurses) with proof of a
pre-entry health assessment*.
In addition, health assessments* are also mandatory in grades 6 and 10. For those students
eligible for free or reduced priced lunch, the Enfield Public Schools will provide the health assessment
in grades 6 and 10, if parents request.
*Exceptions
1) Those who present a statement from parents or guardian indicating that immunizations or health
assessment would be contrary to the religious beliefs of the child.
2) Those who present a letter from a physician indicating that immunization is medically
contraindicated.
Homebound Instruction
Students who have been certified by a physician as being unable to attend school for a period of 10
consecutive school days due to illness are eligible for homebound instruction. A schedule of 5 hours
per week will be arranged between the parent and the tutor. This service allows the student to keep
abreast of the classroom work being accomplished. A parent’s signed request, along with the district’s
medical form, is needed to initiate this service. Forms may be obtained from the school counselor.
Illness and Injuries
Students needing attention for illness or minor injuries will be cared for by the school nurse or in
case of his/her absence, other school personnel. If it is necessary for a child to be sent home due to
a serious accident or illness, the parent will be notified. The parent or his or her designee is
expected to pick up the child in the school office as soon as possible.
It is vital that parents arrange to provide two emergency names and telephone numbers for the school’s
use in the event a parent cannot be contacted by telephone either at home or at his/her place of
employment. The school must be notified of any changes in telephone numbers, including unlisted
numbers and healthcare providers, in order to keep this information current. Unlisted numbers are
kept strictly confidential.
Students absent or dismissed from school during the school day due to health reasons will not
be allowed to participate in after school or evening events that day.
Immunizations
Each child shall be immunized against poliomyelitis, measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus,
pertussis (whooping cough), varicella, hepatitis A & B, and hemophilus influenza Type B before being
permitted to attend school*. For students entering the Enfield Public Schools from out-of-state, a
mantoux (TB) test must be planted and read by the health care provider prior to entry. For
individualized grade requirements, please see the Health Services Manual available at your school.
Standards of proof of immunization or verification shall be those established by statute and regulation.
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