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

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

In order for students to enroll or remain enrolled in elementary or secondary schools, Minnesota state law (Minnesota Statute 121A.15) requires documentation of required immunizations or written proof of exemption. Students will not be allowed to start school or remain in school until this information or an appropriately signed legal exemption is provided to the district.

Information

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

Teens need shots, too!

Chickenpox Law

Where can I go to receive vaccinations for my child?

If you have insurance coverage for vaccines:

1. Your primary physician or clinic
2. One of the "No Shots No School" providers listed on the Park Nicollet Foundation website.

If you do not have insurance coverage for vaccines:

• Hennepin County Public Health Clinic

Forms

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

Early Learning School Immunization Form

Immunization Requirements for Students Entering Seventh Grade

Seventh Grade Immunization Form

Immunization Requirements for Students in Grades 9-12

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

Each school year, students participate in grade-level health screening. Students also receive hearing and/or vision screening upon request from their parents or guardians or if the teacher suspects that there may be a hearing or vision concern that is affecting the student's ability to learn.

Color Vision Kindergarten (males only)

Vision Grades 1, 3, 5 and 8

Hearing Grades 3 and 8

If your child does not pass any part of the hearing and vision screening, health office staff will re-screen to verify the results. If the student does not pass the second screening following the MN Department of Health guidelines, a letter will be sent home with the student outlining the findings and recommendation for follow-up with a physician.

If at any time you question your child's hearing or vision, feel free to contact the health office.

If you do not wish for your child to receive health screening, please inform your school health office.

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)