- Vassar Road Elementary School
- Physicals/Screenings
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YEARLY SCREENING/PHYSICALS
NYSED requires a physical exam for all new entrants and students in Pre K, K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11. During the school year, the following screenings will be required or completed at school if not completed by a private physician:
VISION:
1. Distance acuity for all newly entering students and students in PreK, Kindergarten and Grade 1.
2. Near vision for all newly entering students and students in PreK, Kindergarten and Grade 1.
3. Color perception for all newly entering students.
HEARING:
Hearing screening for all newly entering students and students in PreK, Kindergarten and Grade 1.
DENTAL CERTIFICATES:
A dental certificate is requested for all newly entering students and students in PreK, Kindergarten and Grade 1.
A letter will be sent home if there are any findings on the screenings done at school that would cause concern or need medical follow-up.
Please call the school's Health Office (463-7860 x 19008) if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you.
Carrie Eckwall, RN