The annual screening for students in the following grades will begin in September, even if the student is learning remotely. Those students that are learning remotely will be contacted and an appointment time to screen will be arranged. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Mrs. Baker at 361-543-8000.
Vision & Hearing Screening for all students in:
Pre-Kinder, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade & 7th grade
Acanthosis Nigricans Screening (Pre-Diabetes) for students in:
1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade & 7th grade
Spinal Screening for any New Students in:
Girls will be screened two times, once at age 10 (or fall semester of grade 5) and again at age 12 (or fall semester of grade 7).
Boys will be screened one time at age 13 or 14 (or fall semester of grade 8).
Spinal Screens will be done in December 2024/January 2025
The school nurse will also screen any other student that attends WISD at the parent or teacher's request.