Health Screenings
Schools conduct screenings to identify hearing and vision problems. Parents are notified of any problems found, with the recommendation that further evaluation be received from the family health care provider. Watch your child's school website for screening dates.
Vision and hearing screenings are done in grade levels as mandated by the state.
Immunizations
Washington state law requires certain immunizations against childhood diseases for all students, regardless of age, who attend a public or private school or a licensed day care center.
On or before the first day of attendance, proof of the child's (a) full immunizations, (b) initiation of schedule of immunizations, or (c) certificate of exemption - must be presented at the school. Certified waivers are permitted if parents have religious, medical, or personal objections. These waivers must be on file with the school.
The legally required vaccines for children entering kindergarten in the 2010-2011 school year are:
- Five doses of DTaP vaccine (or Td or Tdap for children over 7 years old). Four doses are acceptable if the last dose is given at or after the fourth birthday
- Four doses of Polio (IPV or OPV) vaccine. Three doses are acceptable if the last dose is given at or after the fourth birthday.
- Two doses of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine, with both doses at or after 12 months of age and at least 28 days apart.
- Three doses of hepatitis B vaccine with the last dose at or after six months of age.
- Two doses of varicella (chicken pox) vaccine, with both doses at or after 12 months of age and at least 28 days apart. Parent-reported history of disease is NOT acceptable.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact your family health care provider.