All new students shall have a physical examination, administered by a licensed medical practitioner, physician, nurse practitioner, or physician's assistant and submit a copy to the school nurse. A current immunization record shall also be submitted.The physical exam shall have been completed within the two (2) years prior to entry into school. **ELC students should submit an updated physical exam and immunization record annually.
Additionally, all students entering kindergarten, 6th grade and 9th grade shall have a current physical exam administered as above (within a year prior to entering kindergarten, 6th or 9th grade) and submit a copy to the school nurse along with a current immunization record.
Middle and High School students participating in athletics must present a copy of the DIAA Pre-participation Sports Physical Form each year they participate as proof of a physical. New rules allow a physician to complete the DIAA form and sign (based on a previous physical exam within one year of signing) after April 1 of the year in which the student will participate in sports that fall. Please attach a current immunization record and completed TB screening.
For immunization requirements, visit the Immunization Requirements page.