Immunization, Physical Examination, and Vision/Auditory Screening of Students
Immunization
The district requires all students to present evidence of having been immunized in accordance with state law. The district will exclude students of immunization. Should a parent/guardian wish to exercise a medical, personal, or religious exception, appropriate documentation must be provided to the district as referenced in JHCA/JHCB-R.
Physical Examinations
The District encourages families to access medical care for the prevention and treatment of illnesses which can prevent students from fully accessing educational opportunities.
- Parents of preschool children shall be encouraged to arrange for medical and dental examinations of their child prior to kindergarten entrance.
Prior to entry in the sixth grade, ninth grade, or as a student new to the school district, it is recommended that all students arrange for a physical evaluation.
Vision and Hearing Screening
The district shall conduct vision and hearing screening for students in K-5 and 7 in accordance with state law.
Adopted:
06/05/67
Revised:
03/15/76
05/07/90
10/05/98
10/05/15
LEGAL REFS.:
RCW 28A.31.030 through 28A.31.142
WAC 180-38, generally
WAC 246-760
WAC 248-100-163
WAC 392-182, generally
CROSS REFS.:
Interscholastic Athletics (IGDJ)
School Admissions (JEC)
Student Suspensions/Expulsions (JGD-R)
Immunization, Physical Examinations, and Vision/Auditory Screening of Students (regulation)(JHCA-R/JHCB-R)
Administering Medicines to Students (JHCD-R)