Pennsylvania State Code requires health screenings to be conducted in specific grades. These screenings are done by the school nurse.
Height and Weight
- Checked annually, in Kindergarten through grade 12
Vision
- Checked annually, in Kindergarten through grade 12
- You may request a vision screening at any time if you suspect that your child may have a problem.
Hearing
- Checked in Kindergarten and grades 1, 2, 3, 7 and 11
- You may request a hearing screening at any time if you suspect that your child may have a problem.
Scoliosis
- The purpose of the scoliosis screening is to detect any abnormal curvature of the spine. The scoliosis screening is done in grades 6 and 7.