Nurse: Dawn Houle
Direct Phone: 401-552-7221
Direct Fax: 401-223-9626
Email: dawn.houle@chariho.k12.ri.us
Clinic Clerk: Alexis Turner
Direct Phone: 401-552-7031
Attention Parents/Guardians of 11th Grade Students:
Students entering 12th grade must submit an up to date physical (dated after 9/1/2024) and proof of a completed Meningococcal immunization series. Please send forms to the clinic, email forms to the clinic clerk or have your provider fax forms to 401-223-9626. Thank you!
Upcoming Events and School Screenings
2025 Flu Clinic
Chariho Regional High School
Thursday, October 30, 2025
8:00AM – 10:30AM
Gymnasium
Students, Staff/Faculty
Register HERE.
9th Grade Dental Screenings
Date: November 6 2025
Students are exempted from dental screenings by having an up to date dental exam on file. Dental forms are found below and can be completed by your family provider.
9th Grade Vision Screenings
Date: February 11, 2026
Students are exempted from vision screenings by having an up to date vision screening on file. This screening may be part of a regular physical, or performed by an eye care provider.
To opt out of these health screenings, please provide proof of exams by family providers or complete THIS FORM by October 24, 2025.
High School Health Requirements
Requirements for students entering 9th grade
2 doses of HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine
Requirements for students entering 12th grade
2nd dose of Meningococcal vaccine
Up to date physical (dated within the last 12 months)
Recommended: Meningitis B series
High School Screenings
9th Grade: Vision and Dental
Vision and dental screenings are run by outside providers, details regarding dates and opt-out forms will be sent out to parents and guardians.
Students are exempt from dental screenings with proof of an exam by a family provider within six months of the scheduled screening day. A Dental Form can be submitted when students have care from a family provider.
Students are exempted from vision screenings with proof of an eye exam (either by an eye care provider, or a primary care provider as part of a routine physical) within a year of the scheduled screening day.
Sick Student? Here are some guidelines on when to stay home and when to return.
A student should stay home from school if they:
Are actively vomiting
Have a temperature greater than 100.4⁰F
Have an unexplained rash
Have frequent diarrhea
Have severe, persistent pain anywhere
Have cold symptoms severe enough to impact learning/participation
Have been diagnosed with a specific condition requiring exclusion
A student may return to school post- illness when:
fever-free without the use of fever-reducing medications for 24 hours
free of vomiting and/or diarrhea for 24 hours
illness/injury related symptoms have resolved enough for school participation
Vaccinate Before you Graduate
What is Vaccinate Before You Graduate?
Vaccinate Before You Graduate (VBYG) is an adolescent immunization program open to all middle and high school students. Students should visit their healthcare provider every year or a well care visit and needed immunizations; however, all immunizations that students need are also available through VBYG.
For more information, contact
The Wellness Company:
401-461-0662
Clinic Forms
Below are printable forms for the most common student needs.
If you require assistance in obtaining or completing these forms, please reach out the nurse or the clerk and we will be happy to assist you.
Allergy Care Plans-Food Allergies
Physicians Orders for Students with Diabetes
Diabetic Emergency Health Care Plan
Glucagon Administration Authorization
Religious Exemption Form for Immunizations
Chariho School Policies
School district policies that relate to student health and nursing services.
Policy on use of Epi-Pens for allergic reactions
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Policy
Policy on AED use, and cardiac response
Policy on training and exposure control
Policy on use of breathalyzers in school/at school events
Policy on nutrition, mental health and physical activity
Policy on Health Examinations, screenings, medications and health records.
HIV Infected Students at School
Policy on reporting, confidentiality and health precautions
Policy on student disclosures and referrals
Policy regarding health care plans and school accommodations for allergies
Policy on use, possession and treatment programs