Immunizations, Screenings, & Medications

Immunizations

Alaska State Law requires that all students are up-to-date on their vaccinations in order to attend public school. Over the next few days, Nurse Patty will be reviewing records to ensure compliance and reminders will be sent to families if there are any missing records. Please be sure all records are completed and turned in to Nurse Patty by 8:30AM on August 15 or your child will be sent home until we have the proper documentation on file. For religious exemption, you must complete the Religious Exemption Form and turn it in to Nurse Patty no later than the first day of school. This form must be dated July 1 or later. 

Screening

Health screens will begin right at the start of the school year. All students in grades K-5, 7, and 10 are required to have their hearing, vision, height and weight screened at the beginning of each school year. You will be notified by Nurse Patty if there are any concerns. 

If you have questions or concerns regarding hearing and vision for your child and they are in a grade not automatically screened, please contact Nurse Patty at (907) 742-8701.

Illness

As we have learned well over the past few years, illness happens. If your child is sick and/or not feeling well at the start of the day, the best practice is to keep them home. Students who fall ill while here at school will be encouraged to come see Nurse Patty and an assessment will be made whether they need to go home. If your child needs to go home, the nurse will contact you. Students should not be calling, texting, or otherwise contacting parents to come pick them up during the school day. These expectations are in line with district and state-mandated reporting requirements.

Medication

If your child requires medication during the school day or if they have emergency medications, the appropriate medication forms and/or care plans must be on file. This includes over-the-counter medication administration. Please contact Nurse Patty for help and assistance.