State Screenings

For every 1,000 children born 2-3 will develop hearing impairments. These impairments may vary from mild to profound. Many more children devleop hearing problems after birth. Research estimates 12.5% of adolescents aged 6 -19 years (approximately 5.2 million) have suffered permanent damage to their hearing from excessive exposure to noise. These problems can have a negative impact on academic performance and overall well-being. Research shows that identifying and treating hearing impairments early can help prevent these outcomes. 

The School Nurses at FJUHSD provide vision and hearing screenings throughout the school year, as required by California Ed Code 49452, 49455, to identify and prevent barriers to learning in a child's academic career. 

Per California Education requirements, vision & hearing screenings are performed on:

• Students in 10th grade receive a hearing test only

• Students at any grade level showing vision or hearing concerns

• Special education students for first time & 3 year evaluations

• On first enrollment or entry in a California school

If your child does not pass one of the above screenings, a report of results letter will be sent home.

Please contact your school nurse for support if cost is a concern in obtaining glasses or health services.