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Immunization - It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to provide immunization aid <br /> subsequent booster information at the time of registering a child in school. When a student di es <br /> not meet full immunization/physical exam requirement according to the Massachusetts <br /> Department of Public Health and Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 76, Section 15, e <br /> following steps will be taken: <br /> • Parents/guardians will receive a phone call from school personnel regarding the missing <br /> required information. <br /> • The student will be excluded from school. <br /> Proof of immunizations for Massachusetts Public School students is required for diphtheria, <br /> pertussis, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps and rubella. (Chapter 76, Section 15) <br /> Lead Poisoning—Parents/guardians must present documented evidence of lead poisoning <br /> screening prior to entrance into kindergarten(105 CHR 460). <br /> Physical Examinations — Required for students in grades kindergarten, 4, 7 & 10. It is <br /> recommended that a private physician or health care facility perform and document this <br /> examination. <br /> Physical Education Excuses • Students may be excused from physical education classes for <br /> medical reasons only. Students to be excused must bring a note, dated and signed from a <br /> physician stating limitation/restrictions and duration. <br /> Medical History/Needs - Parents/guardians are required to notify the School Nurse at the <br /> start of or during the school year if their child has any medical conditions that may need to be <br /> monitored during the school year. This includes all food allergies, seizures, cardiac conditions, <br /> diabetes, migraines, asthma, bee sting allergies, etc. <br /> Please also notify the School Nurse if your child is taking medications at home but not at <br /> school. Confidentiality will be maintained. It is vital that the school be aware of medical <br /> conditions to ensure the safety of your child. <br /> Diagnosis/Treatment - School personnel are not responsible for diagnosis/treatment of students. <br /> School policy does not permit school personnel to diagnose/treat or to prescribe treatment. <br /> Emergency care is limited to first aid; the immediate and temporary care given in case of <br /> accident or sudden illness to save life or prevent further injury. Should a severe emergency <br /> develop and we are unable to reach family or emergency contacts, we will notify the local <br /> rescue service and the student will be transported to the nearest hospital. <br /> Inspections — Students may be inspected, as necessary, for pediculosis. If this condition is <br /> found, the student will be excluded until all lice and nits are removed. Students must be <br /> examined by the School Nurse prior to returning to the classroom. <br /> Injury — Every accidental injury in school or on the grounds, no matter how slight, should be <br /> reported immediately to the staff member in charge and to the nurse. <br /> 52 <br />