SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES

MSAD #20 offers a comprehensive school health program encompassing all facets of health - physical, mental, emotional, and social. The program is supported by the services of the social worker, school psychologist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, guidance counselor, nutritional food service director, and the school nurse. All services are available through the Special Education director, guidance, administration, or direct access.

Health services offered through the school nurse are as follows:

· Generally, administration of medications must be with written parental permission and a physician’s order and must be stored in the clinic. A new state law does allow some students to carry selected medications such as inhalers and auto injectors. The school nurse has more information.

· Delivery of emergency care with the parental guidance of completed and signed emergency cards and a reference of adult contacts should parents be unavailable.

· Immunization clinics offered on site for routine immunization requirements.

· Nursing assessment and evaluation of health issues and conditions.

· Annual administration of sport physicals.

· Referral services.

· Educational programs offered on Asthma, First Aid, CPR, HIV, Tobacco, Awareness & Cessation, Guardian Angel - Pregnancy & Family Planning. Annual Middle School Health & Safety Fair.

· Follow-up and extension of the student's medical management by their healthcare provider for delivery of treatment, rehab, and educational teaching.

· Provide medical and nursing information/resources for

student/parents during PET's.