Chronic Health Concerns
Parents of a student with a chronic health concern or that need nursing services during the school day must provide physician documentation of any school limitations or
the need for accommodations each school year. It is suggested that the student wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace and that the parents meet with the classroom teacher(s) at least annually to explain any special needs.
Life Threatening Allergies and Emergency Medication
Wisconsin State Law (statute 118.29) and the EASD policy specifically permits authorized personnel to administer rescue (immediate-acting) inhalers, epinephrine, glucagon, and rectal diazepam to students who appear to be having a life threatening medical response to known students with medical orders and parent consent.
In addition, the law permits authorized personnel to administer epinephrine to students who appear to be having an allergic reaction, and glucagon to known students for diabetes for severe low blood sugar with an altered state of consciousness, without parent and medical provider permission. In both cases, a bus driver, employee, or volunteer must report the event by calling “911.” (Wis. Stat. sec. 118.29(2)). As with other prescription medication, the physician and parent must comply with the requirements for medications within the school. That can be a physician order and a parent note or a physician signed Emergency Health Care Plan for Known Severe Allergic Reaction. Parents are required to provide the emergency medication to school by the first day of school. It is suggested that the student wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace when at school and that the parents meet with the classroom teacher(s) to explain the life-threatening health condition. Parents are encouraged to attend field trips and classroom-school parties with their child.
the need for accommodations each school year. It is suggested that the student wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace and that the parents meet with the classroom teacher(s) at least annually to explain any special needs.
Life Threatening Allergies and Emergency Medication
Wisconsin State Law (statute 118.29) and the EASD policy specifically permits authorized personnel to administer rescue (immediate-acting) inhalers, epinephrine, glucagon, and rectal diazepam to students who appear to be having a life threatening medical response to known students with medical orders and parent consent.
In addition, the law permits authorized personnel to administer epinephrine to students who appear to be having an allergic reaction, and glucagon to known students for diabetes for severe low blood sugar with an altered state of consciousness, without parent and medical provider permission. In both cases, a bus driver, employee, or volunteer must report the event by calling “911.” (Wis. Stat. sec. 118.29(2)). As with other prescription medication, the physician and parent must comply with the requirements for medications within the school. That can be a physician order and a parent note or a physician signed Emergency Health Care Plan for Known Severe Allergic Reaction. Parents are required to provide the emergency medication to school by the first day of school. It is suggested that the student wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace when at school and that the parents meet with the classroom teacher(s) to explain the life-threatening health condition. Parents are encouraged to attend field trips and classroom-school parties with their child.
What health forms are needed. Forms are located under the Student Health Forms tab.
1. The Elkhorn Area School District requests student have a physical and dental exam when they enter the school district in 4k/5k or a new student and then in grades 4th, 7th, 9th. If participating in high school sports, a physical is required for 11th grade.
2.. Immunization record are required for all students.
3. The EASD is required by Wis. Law to request an eye exam for all incoming kindergarten students
4. A health history online form is requested each year.
5. Students who require prescription or parent-requested medication at school must have a prescription medication or non-prescription medication form completed each year.
6. Students who have chronic health conditions which require emergency medication (Epipen, Inhaler, Diastat, Glucagon, or insulin) at school must have an emergency action/health plan each year.
7. Students who have a health condition which requires nursing services will require a medical plan of care with physician's orders and a consent for release of information form each year.
2.. Immunization record are required for all students.
3. The EASD is required by Wis. Law to request an eye exam for all incoming kindergarten students
4. A health history online form is requested each year.
5. Students who require prescription or parent-requested medication at school must have a prescription medication or non-prescription medication form completed each year.
6. Students who have chronic health conditions which require emergency medication (Epipen, Inhaler, Diastat, Glucagon, or insulin) at school must have an emergency action/health plan each year.
7. Students who have a health condition which requires nursing services will require a medical plan of care with physician's orders and a consent for release of information form each year.
When do I need a doctor's excuse for school activities?
Dental and Doctor Excuses for Physical Education:
Physical Education Excuses:
Wisconsin Stat. 118.15 (1) (c) states that students may be excused from a school program if a parent/guardian provides written evidence from a physician or licensed practitioners that the student is not in proper physical or mental condition. Such excuses shall state the period of time for which it is valid but not to exceed 30 days.
Recess, Field Trips, and Extracurricular Events:
Those students unable to fully participate in physical education will also be unable to participate in recess activities, field trips, and extracurricular events requiring physical activity. Students who have a doctor’s note allowing for partial activity in physical education will be allowed to participate in recess, field trips, and extracurricular events as activity indicates.
Resuming Activity:
School program limits due to breaks, sprains, or concussions require a doctor’s note to resume full activity.
Parent notes for PE:
Parents may write a note to excuse their child from physical education due to a parent identified illness or injury for 1 day while awaiting medical follow up or healing.
Slings, braces, crutches, or a wheelchair
Students who require the use of slings, braces, crutches, or a wheelchair due to an injury or surgery must have a physician's order stating limitations and restrictions. The doctor’s order must specifically include the use of crutches or a wheelchair during school. A doctor’s note is required to resume full activity in physical education or school programs.
Concussion:
Wisconsin Stat.118.293(4)(a) states an athletic coach, or official involved in a youth athletic activity, or health care provider shall remove a person from the youth athletic activity if the coach, official, or health care provider determines that the person exhibits signs, symptoms, or behavior consistent with a concussion or head injury or the coach, official, or health care provider suspects the person has sustained a concussion or head injury. A person who has been removed from a youth athletic activity under par.(a) may not participate in a youth athletic activity until he or she is evaluated by a health care provider and receives a written clearance to participate in the activity from the health care provider. Wisconsin Stat.118.293(4)(b). Note: A licensed athletic trainer can clear students/athletes from a concussion.
Following a concussion, students must have a written release from a physician or a licensed athletic trainer indicating the student is able to fully participating in school academic activities prior to the student returning to physical education, recess, or extracurricular sporting events. See EASD policies on Return to Academics and Return to Play following a concussion.
Handicap parking is available at all school buildings for those students, family members, visitors and staff who have a temporary or permanent physical disability.
If you are an able-bodied person, please keep those parking areas open for those
that need them. Thank you!