Health Services

The following recommendations are suggested to guide decision-making regarding exclusion of ill children. The intent of exclusion is to promote a healthy school environment by preventing exposure and spread of illness. Please report all illnesses or health conditions to the Health Service. When parents are called about a child who has become ill during the school day, it is the expectation that the child will be picked up within one hour. Parent cooperation is appreciated. If you have questions about these guidelines, please call one of the District Nurses.

Fever
Oral temperature of 101° F or higher. Exclude children with any axillary temperature of 100° F or higher. The student should not return to school until fever free (without medication) for 24 hours.

Vomiting
Two or more episodes in the previous 24 hours. The student should not return to school until vomiting or urge to vomit stops or until a medical exam indicates this is not due to a communicable disease.

Diarrhea
Increased number of stools compared with a person's normal pattern, along with watery stools and/or decreased stool form. The student should not return to school until the diarrhea stops or until a medical exam indicates this is not due to a communicable disease.

Rash
Rashes may be caused by many different conditions including illness, allergies or specific skin conditions. The student should not return to school until a medical evaluation indicates the symptoms are not communicable.

Eye Drainage
Thick mucus or purulent discharge that causes matting of the eyelids: pain or redness of eyelids. Student may return after medical evaluations indicate the symptoms are not communicable or 24 hours after treatment has started if diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis.

Signs/Symptoms of Possible Severe Illness
Uncontrolled coughing, difficulty breathing, wheezing, unusually tired, persisted crying, unusual color (e.g. jaundice). The student may return after symptoms dissipate and/or medical evaluation determines the student is healthy and/or not communicable.

Mouth Sores with Drooling
Until a medical exam indicates the child may return.

Specific Disease Exclusion CriteriaHennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department

Early Learning School

If you have any questions regarding these forms, please call 763-745-5290.

Health Care SummaryEarly Learning School

Emergency FormEarly Learning School

Elementary Schools

The District asks that all parents enter Skyward Family Access and update their contact and health information, including emergency contact information, which should be a family member or responsible adult other than parents or guardians.

Health & Emergency InformationElementary Schools

Secondary Schools

The District asks that all parents enter Skyward Family Access and update their contact and health information, including emergency contact information, which should be a family member or responsible adult other than parents or guardians.

Health & Emergency InformationSecondary Schools

History & Physical Examination Form

Are Your Kids Ready for School? – Describes the minimum immunizations required the State of Minnesota.

Teens need shots, too!

Pupil Health Immunization Record – for students in kindergarten through Grade 12. This document includes the legal exemption to school immunization.

Chickenpox Law

Immunization Requirements for Students Entering Seventh Grade

Seventh Grade Immunization Form

Immunization Requirements for Students in Grades 9-12

Early Learning School Immunization Form

Medication Administration Guidelines

Early Learning School Immunization Form

Authorization for Administration of Medication at School
This form is required for all medications administered at school beyond two weeks duration. Exception: See over-the-counter authorization forms for middle and high school students.

Student Agreement: Self Administration of Inhaler Medication

Over-The-Counter Medication Authorization Form - High School

Over-The-Counter Medication Authorization Form - Middle School

Authorization for Health Care Procedures / Treatments
Parents requesting that specialized health care procedures be administered by a licensed school nurse (LSN) or personnel delegated by the LSN are required to provide annual written permission from both the licensed prescriber and parent or guardian.

Asthma Health Plan

Diabetic Health Plan

Seizure Health Plan

Seizure Parent Questionaire

District Allergy Position

Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Guidelines

Allergic Emergency Health Plan

Allergic Reaction Parent Questionaire

Vision and hearing screenings are conducted each year for students at Wayzata Public Schools. Screenings are an important and effective method to identify potential vision or hearing concerns. Since learning is mostly accomplished through the senses of vision and hearing, early identification and treatment can prevent or alleviate potential problems that result from hearing and vision impairments.

Screenings are led by a Wayzata Public School nurse that is assisted by dedicated parent volunteer coordinators and multiple parent volunteers. The screening schedule is based on the Minnesota Department of Health recommendations and is as follows:

In addition to the annual screenings, if there are hearing or vision concerns at any time during the school year, a parent, teacher, staff member or student may request an individual vision or hearing screen. If a parent has concerns regarding health screening or wishes to decline any part of this service for their child, they should contact the health paraprofessional or district nurse for their school.

Parents will be contacted if additional follow-up is recommended following screening. Vision screens help detect potential eye problems, but are not a substitute for full eye exams. Height and weight checks and scoliosis checks are not included as part of the school screening program. It is recommended that parents check with their student’s medical provider during well visits for scoliosis screening or if there are back concerns. Height and weight checks will be done by health office staff if requested by a parent.

These websites are resources for some common medical questions and conditions. They are not intended to be used for diagnosis or treatment. Always check with your medical provider with questions regarding specific treatment.

• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Minnesota Department of Health
• Centers for Disease Control
• American Diabetes Association
• The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
• Poison Control
• Emergency & Community Health Outreach
• មែរ (Khmer)
• Somali
• Việt (Vietnamese)
• ສປປລາວ (Lao)
• Español (Spanish)
• Lus Hmoob (Hmong)