Health Screenings

Health Screenings

Vision and hearing screening is provided by the school nurse for students in kindergarten and in grades 2, 4, 7 and 9 (or 10).  Screenings are completed by January 15 of each year.  Screening is additionally provided to students who are new enterers, referred by a teacher or administrator, or are considered for special education services.

Postural and Gait screening is provided by the school nurse for students in grades 5 through 9.  On-site follow-up by a Physical Therapist is offered to schools to determine if further referral is needed from the Postural and Gait screening.