Fox Creek Middle School provides Medical Homebound Instruction for students who cannot attend classes due to a prolonged illness, accident, or pregnancy. To qualify, a licensed physician or nurse practitioner must certify that the student is medically unable to attend school but is still able to participate in an educational program. 

Medical homebound instruction is provided for students with and without disabilities who cannot attend school for a medical reason – a mental or physical condition that exists due to an accident, an illness, or pregnancy. The goal of homebound instruction is to provide continuity of instruction and to facilitate the student’s return to a regular school setting as quickly as possible. State Board of Education Regulation 43-241 outlines the provision of medical homebound services. 

Key Policies

• Eligibility: Services are generally approved for confinements, accidents, or illnesses expected to last for an extended period.

• State Guidelines: Fox Creek follows the South Carolina State Board of Education Regulation (SBE 43-241) for all homebound instruction.

• Instructional Time: Approved students usually receive a set number of hours of direct one-on-one instruction per week.

The following process must be followed when a student requires homebound instruction.

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Contact the School: Notify the school as soon as a medical condition causes or is expected to cause extended absences.

2. Submit Medical Forms: Have your physician or authorized healthcare provider complete and sign the South Carolina Medical Homebound Instruction Form.

3. Approval: The homebound application must be approved by the school administration.

4. Coordination: Once approved, homebound teachers will be assigned to coordinate assignments and deliver instruction.

For Fox Creek Middle School-specific paperwork or immediate assistance, it is highly recommended to contact the Homebound Coordinator, Kimberly Simpkins, at ksimpkins@fcmiddle.net or (803) 844-0091