Until judged noninfective by the nurse in school, or by child's physician. Written excuses by parents are acceptable following uncomplicated childhood illnesses. A doctor's excuse will be required in unusual cases. Attendance at school shall be considered on an individual basis and in accordance with medical and legal practice and findings. Parents of students in those grades will receive information about the program prior to the instruction.
Every student is weighed, measured and screened for visual acuity once each year.
Students in other grades who are known to have a hearing loss or show evidence of hearing difficulty will be tested. Students who demonstrate vision or hearing problems are referred for further follow-up. All sixth and seventh grade students are screened for scoliosis by the school nurse. A second screening of students identified by the school nurse is performed by school physicians. Parents are notified if the school physician detects a curvature of the spine.