HALL HIGH SCHOOL NURSING OFFICE
Kelli Curran MSN, FNP-BC
Email: kcurran@hallhighschool502.com
Phone: 815-664-2100 x158
Fax: 815-664-2300
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Welcome to the Hall High School Nursing Office website. School health services are essential to academic achievement and encourages understanding of the impact that each student’s overall health and wellness has on their ability to learn. Hall High School strives to provide equal access to education and minimize absenteeism through its collaboration with students and families, teachers and educational support staff, healthcare providers, and community partners. Professional judgment and clinical knowledge enable the School Nurse to evaluate and treat acute illness, monitor chronic conditions, perform routine health screenings, develop individualized plans of care, and assist in the early identification of necessary accommodations or specialized instruction. Facilitated by their focus on physical, mental, and social well-being, the School Nurse promotes academic success and advocates for a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students.
The Hall High School Nursing Office website provides up-to-date school health information, including important notifications, updated policies and procedures, and current school admission requirements. All school health forms can be accessed using the Main Menu found at the top of the homepage.
STUDENT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOOL ADMISSION
STUDENT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOOL ADMISSION
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION AT SCHOOL
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION AT SCHOOL
ALL STUDENTS: IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
ALL STUDENTS: IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
All students must submit an updated immunization record that provides proof of having received all of the vaccines required by the State of Illinois for the current school year. If a student cannot receive one or more of the required vaccines due to a medical condition, a letter of medical exemption indicating the reason the student cannot receive the vaccine(s) must be drafted and signed by a licensed healthcare provider. If a student does not receive vaccines due to religious beliefs, the Illinois Certificate of Religious Exemption Form must be completed and signed by a licensed healthcare provider. The immunization record, letter of medical exemption (if applicable), and religious exemption form (if applicable) must be submitted at registration. Any student not in compliance with these requirements will be excluded from school per State of Illinois regulations.
FRESHMEN STUDENTS: PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS
FRESHMEN STUDENTS: PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS
All incoming freshmen students must submit the State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Exam Form dated within the 12 months of the submission deadline. School physicals fulfill the requirements for freshmen students who choose to participate in sports-a separate sports physical is not necessary. The physical examination form must be submitted at registration or by the first day of practice for students participating in a fall sport. Any student not in compliance with these requirements may be excluded from school per State of Illinois regulations.
FRESHMEN STUDENTS: DENTAL EXAMINATIONS
FRESHMEN STUDENTS: DENTAL EXAMINATIONS
All incoming freshmen students must submit the IDPH Proof of School Dental Health Examination Form dated within 18 months of the submission deadline. Examinations must be performed by a licensed dentist, and can be waived with submission of the IDPH Proof of School Dental Health Examination Waiver Form. The dental examination form or the dental waiver form must be submitted by the start of the second semester. Any student not in compliance with these requirements may be excluded from school per State of Illinois regulations.
TRANSFER STUDENTS: PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS, DENTAL EXAMINATIONS, AND IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
TRANSFER STUDENTS: PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS, DENTAL EXAMINATIONS, AND IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
All students transferring to Hall High School from another school in Illinois must submit the State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Exam Form from their freshmen year, the IDPH Proof of School Dental Health Examination Form or IDPH Proof of School Dental Health Examination Waiver Form from their freshmen year, and must provide proof of receiving the immunizations required by the State of Illinois for the current school year. Any transfer student who submits their school physical from their freshmen year and is planning on participating in a sport, must submit the IHSA Pre-Participation Examination Form dated within 12 months of the submission deadline. School physicals dated within 12 months of the submission deadline fulfill the requirements for transfer students who choose to participate in sports-a separate sports physical is not necessary. Any student not in compliance with these requirements may be excluded from school per State of Illinois regulations.
SOPHOMORE, JUNIOR, AND SENIOR STUDENTS: SPORTS EXAMINATIONS
SOPHOMORE, JUNIOR, AND SENIOR STUDENTS: SPORTS EXAMINATIONS
All sophomore, junior, and senior students who will be participating in a sport must submit the IHSA Pre-Participation Examination Form dated within 12 months of the submission deadline. Sports examinations are valid for 12 months from the date they were completed, at which time a new examination must be completed and submitted in order to maintain eligibility for participation. The sports examination form must be submitted by the first day of practice for whichever sport the student will be participating in. Any sophomore, junior, or senior student that will not be participating in sports do not need to submit a physical examination form after their freshmen year.
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION
Administration of any prescription medication to a student during school hours must be listed on the Prescription Medication Consent form, which must be signed by a physician and a parent/guardian. The medication needs to be brought to the school nurse in its original packaging, and will be kept in a locked location in the nursing office. Students are allowed to carry and self-administer Epi-Pens, asthma inhalers, and other prescription medication deemed necessary by a licensed health care provider, with the appropriate completed consent forms. All medication forms are only valid for the current school year, and will need to be renewed each subsequent year. Any medication not picked up in the nursing office at the end of the year, will be properly disposed of per State of Illinois regulations.
OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATION
OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATION
Administration of any over-the-counter medication to a student during school hours must be listed on the Over-the-Counter Medication Consent form, which must be signed by a physician and a parent/guardian. The medication needs to be brought to the school nurse in its original packaging, and will be kept in a locked location in the nursing office. All medication forms are only valid for the current school year, and will need to be renewed each subsequent year. Any medication not picked up in the nursing office at the end of the year, will be properly disposed of per State of Illinois regulations.
IDPH Immunization REquirements for the 2024-2025 School Year
IDPH Immunization REquirements for the 2024-2025 School Year
2024-2025 Immunization Requirements for School Admission.pdfCURRENT STUDENT HEALTH DATA Reports
CURRENT STUDENT HEALTH DATA Reports
Communicable Disease School Guidance and Reporting Guidelines.pdfUPDATED
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SCHOOL GUIDANCE AND REPORTING GUIDELINES
illinois school code Requirements
illinois school code Requirements
for Students with life-threatening or Chronic Health Conditions
for Students with life-threatening or Chronic Health Conditions
IDPH Asthma Action Plan.pdfREQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH ASTHMA
REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH ASTHMA
Illinois Public Act 099-0843 requires schools to request an Asthma Action Plan from those students who have asthma. This should be submitted at registration, as soon as practically possible after diagnosis, or when a student's asthma care needs change. An asthma action plan identifies the student's asthma triggers, their symptoms of asthma exacerbation, what medications should be taken and when to take them, and when their asthma exacerbation requires emergency treatment. To learn more about asthma management at school, please visit the ISBE's School Wellness Website and the CDC's Asthma Resources for Health Professionals and Schools Website.
Epilepsy Foundation Seizure Action Plan.pdfREQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH SEIZURE DISORDERS
REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH SEIZURE DISORDERS
Illinois Public Act 101-0050 requires schools to request a Seizure Action Plan for those students who have epilepsy or another seizure disorder. This should be submitted at registration, as soon as practically possible after diagnosis, or when a student's seizure disorder needs change. A seizure action plan identifies the specific type(s) of seizures the student experiences and provides guidelines for responding to them, including basic seizure first aid, what medications should be taken and when to take them, and when their seizure requires emergency treatment. To learn more about seizure management at school, please visit the ISBE's School Wellness Website and the Epilsepsy Foundation's Seizure Safe Schools Website.
OSF DMMP.pdfREQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH DIABETES
REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH DIABETES
Illinois Public Act 96-1485 requires schools to request a Diabetes Medical Management Plan from those students who have diabetes. This should be submitted at registration, as soon as practically possible after diagnosis, or when a student's diabetic care needs change. A diabetes medical management plan includes the medical orders required for managing and treating the student's diabetes, and addresses the student's specific target blood sugar range, symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, how much insulin or other diabetic medication should be taken and when to take it, carbohydrate counting at meals and snacks, and management during physical activity and sports. To learn more about diabetes management at school, please visit the ISBE's School Wellness Website and the ADA's Safe at School Website.
FARE Life-Threatening Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Action Plan.pdfREQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH LIFE-THREATENING ALLERGIES
REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH LIFE-THREATENING ALLERGIES
Illinois Public Act 97-0361 requires schools to request a Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Action Plan from those students who have life-threatening allergies. This should be submitted at registration, as soon as practically possible after diagnosis, or when a student's allergy and anaphylaxis care needs change. A food allergy and anaphylaxis emergency action plan identifies the student's allergens, their symptoms of an allergic and anaphylactic reaction, what medications should be taken and when to take them, and when an allergic reaction requires emergency treatment. To learn more about managing allergies and anaphylaxis at school, please visit ISBE's School Wellness Website and the FARE's Back to School Headquarters.
Ask the School Nurse how you can receive a voucher for a free comprehensive eye exam and, if prescribed, new glasses. These vouchers are only accepted at a VSP Network doctor's office.
Eligible Students:
Family income no more than 200% of the federal poverty level
Student has not used a VSP program during the past 12 months
No coverage through a private insurer or government program for services covered by the gift certificate
VSP Network Offices Nearest to Hall High School
VSP Network Offices Nearest to Hall High School
CONCUSSION BASELINE TESTING
CONCUSSION BASELINE TESTING
ALL students that plan on participating in ANY sport must first complete baseline concussion testing. This testing is held at the school, and is mandatory every two years, per IHSA regulations. Baseline testing is used as comparison in the event that a concussion occurs, as it will be repeated post-injury. This helps the physician and/or athletic trainer determine both the severity of the student's concussion and the progression of their healing. There is no cost for baseline or post-injury testing, and students will not be allowed to practice or play until baseline testing is completed. Testing for each sports season will take place during school, about 1 month prior to the start of practices. Dates and times will be posted on this site and will be in the Hall High School Daily Announcements. To learn more about concussion managment and baseline concussion testing, please visit the IHSA's Concussion Management Website and the CDC's Heads Up Website.
Hall High School Heads Up Concussion Fact Sheet.pdfHall High School Concussion Safety Policy.pdf
cPR IN SCHOOLS
cPR IN SCHOOLS
Illinois Public Act 0714 requires all secondary schools to include instruction (training) on how to properly administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) prior to high school graduation. The CPR in Schools program was developed by the American Heart Association (AHA) as a means for all students to learn basic life-saving skills, which if performed immediately, can double or triple a person’s chance of survival. Instruction is incorporated into the student's health education curriculum, focuses on training in “hands only” CPR and the proper use of AEDs, and does not include AHA certification upon course completion. Training is provided by the School Nurse, who holds instructor certification in Basic Life Support CPR and AED from the AHA. To learn more about the CPR in Schools program, please visit ISBE's School Wellness Website and the AHA's CPR in Schools Website.
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