Return to Top of Page Health Screenings Students receive several health screenings at school. Vision Return to Top of Page Head Lice Head lice checks are given often during the school year. These are usually removed using a fine-toothed comb or by pulling the egg sac off the hair shaft. The nurse must check the child's head before allowing the student to be readmitted to class. If our nurse is not in, the parent may take the child to McKinley or Adams to be checked.
Parents also have to wash all bedding, pillows, upholstery, and contaminated clothing.
Stuffed animals should be placed in a plastic bag and tied closed for two weeks. Many agencies, including the County Health Department, provide immunizations free or at a reduced cost. We photocopy the shot record information and keep it in the students' health record files. Please remember that all students entering grade 6 are required to have a second measles vaccination. A dental exam is also required.