HEALTH SERVICES MISSION 
The mission of Health Services in School District 197 is to facilitate and strengthen the educational process by promoting, improving and protecting the health status of students. 

Our philosophy eliminates barriers to learning by promoting wellness, enhancing healthy behaviors, encouraging self care, providing skilled nursing and protecting children's well-being.

HEALTH SERVICES STAFF 
The Health Offices of District 197 schools are staffed during the day by a Licensed School Nurse or a Health Paraprofessional. If a student becomes ill or is injured during the school day, they should report to the Health Office. The Health Staff assigned to the office will make a determination whether the student is able to remain in school or should be sent home. Parents and guardians will be called by the Health Staff when appropriate. In cases of an emergency, 911 will be called. Please call your student's Health Office if you have questions.

STUDENT HEALTH GUIDELINES

When students are ill, we recommend they stay home to prevent the spread of illness. See guidelines for diseases, allergies, physical exams and more.

IMMUNIZATION POLICY

District 197 complies with the Minnesota State Immunization Law, which states that all students must be immunized or show proof of legal exemption to attend school. 

DISPENSING MEDICATION

Although students and their families are encouraged to establish schedules allowing them to take medications at home, the School District recognizes that sometimes this is impossible to accomplish. See the District's procedures for dispensing medication to students.

HEALTH SCREENINGS

The district screens for vision, hearing, and color vision in elementary and middle school.