Health ServicesThe main function of the School Health Services is physical and dental examinations and follow-up with the aim that all remedial defects be corrected. The health program includes physical examinations, dental screenings, vision, hearing, height and weight, BMI, scoliosis screening, and health counseling.
Emergency care will be administered to those students who become ill or have accidents during school hours. In case of major illness or accident, the following procedures will be followed:
Viewing student's bmi in skyward family access
BMI categories fall within the following percentile ranges:
What do the results mean? If your child is on the very low end of the percentile scale (for example, the 5th percentile), you may be concerned that your child is too small. This may be normal for your child. But if you are concerned, talk to your doctor. Your doctor can check your child to make sure that he or she is growing as expected. Often parents of very small children push their children to eat more because they are concerned about their growth. This can cause problems. The child may eat less. Talk about your child's weight with your doctor. As long as your child is growing normally, you can relax a little about feeding him or her. If your child is on the upper end of the percentile scale (for example, the 95th percentile), you may be concerned that your child is too big. This may be normal for your child. But if you are concerned, talk to your doctor. Your doctor can check your child to make sure that he or she is growing in a healthy way. Parents of larger children are sometimes tempted to feed their child less food, to keep them from gaining too much weight. This doesn't work. When food has been restricted, the child may overeat when he or she gets the chance. Again, it is good to discuss your child's weight with a doctor who can help you see if your child's growth is within his or her normal pattern. Your child's growth over time is the most important thing to think about when you are concerned about what your child's weight should be at any age. Your child's doctor will decide what your child's weight should be, based on what your child's growth pattern has been over time. immunization requirements
Adults and children who meet the requirements to receive immunizations can call 1-877-PA-HEALTH (1-877-724-3258) to schedule an appointment. A parent/legal guardian must accompany children who are receiving a vaccination. Department of Health staff will need to be notified prior to the appointment if someone other than the child’s parent/legal guardian will be accompanying him/her.
(Spanish Version) Medical Plan Card yearly screening information
Each school year the following health screenings are provided for each student:
Sunscreen application procedures
In October of 2018, the PA School Code was amended to include sun protection measures for students. Section 1414.10 (2) of the PA School Code allows for the use of a non-aerosol topical sunscreen product by students in school. The Pennsylvania Department of Education has provided guidelines to each district along with forms that are to be used for the application of non-aerosol over-the-counter sunscreen. This change now requires the following:
physical and dental exams
Physical Examinations: The Pennsylvania Public School Code Section 1402. Health Services (e) requires that students upon original entry, sixth grade and 11th grade be given a "comprehensive appraisal" of their health. The physical is to be completed within 4 months prior to the start of the school year. Dental Health Program: 28 PA Code (regulations) 23.3(a)* states "Dental examinations shall be required on original entry into school and in grades three and seven." |
ContactsMain Phone: 717-624-2157
Laurel Brown ext 4007 Conewago Valley Intermediate Michele Brown ext 7007 New Oxford Elementary Kim Bethas ext 3007 New Oxford Middle School Sue Photiades ext 8007 Conewago Township Elementary Gina Snyder ext 2007 New Oxford High School Jennifer Turner Non Public Schools FormsInformational SitesResources
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