An annual physical examination is required of every seventh grade student by the school physician. A student is encouraged, however to have his family doctor provide this function of the health program. In addition, aural, visual, and scoliosis checkups are given through the Health Department. You must have written permission from your parents and a school physical examination before you can take part in any athletic practice.
Health services are available to any student who becomes ill during the day.
Release of ill students must be done through the health office. Parents have to contact their family physicians for the immunizations or call the Suffolk County Health Department at 732-0400. Pupils may not be admitted to school without the required immunizations. Medication Any pupil who is required to take medication during the regular school day, medication prescribed for him or her by a physician, may be assisted by the school nurse upon parental request. Such medication shall be kept in the Health Office.