HUTCHINSON, Kan. — School is nearing its end in a most unusual fashion but even with that its time again to start thinking about next year.
There are several things you can do during the summer to prepare for the new school year. First, if you have an athlete who will participate in Grades 7 to 12 sports, they need to have a physical done after May 1 and fill out the athletic participation form.
Additionally, state law requires all students up to the age of nine submit evidence they have undergone a health assessment prior to entering kindergarten or before enrolling in the district for the first time.
Students without such evidence shall provide one of the following per state law. A written statement signed by one parent or guardian that the child is an adherent of a religious denomination whose religious teachings are opposed to such assessments, or a written statement signed by one parent or guardian that such assessment will be scheduled and completed within 90 days after admission to school.
Second, there are several milestone vaccinations that must be administered prior to enrollment for the 2020-21 school year. Proof of these vaccinations must be provided to the district prior to enrollment.
Vaccinations are available locally at the Reno County Health Department, doctors’ clinics and many pharmacies. Make sure you get a copy of all vaccinations and share that with the district. Doctors’ offices and others do no automatically share this information with the district.
Contact your health care provider for physicals, vaccinations or general health questions.