Annual Health Screenings

Vision screenings

Measurement of Visual Acuity only (Distance and Near) are completed annually for all students in 1st, 3rd, 5th and 8th grades or any student with a suspected visual defect can be performed by the school nurse and/or health assistant. A Modified Clinical Technique (MCT) are visual tests performed on all 1st Grade students by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.
Students who don’t have vision insurance or Medicaid may qualify for a vision voucher. If you need more information please contact the school nurse.

Hearing screenings

Completed annually for all students in 1st, 4th, 7th and 10th grades; a student who has transferred into the school corporation; and a student who is suspected of having hearing defects.

Based on State of Indiana referral recommendations, parents/guardians will be notified by a referral letter if a concern is identified during the screening process. Further medical evaluation will be recommended and should be obtained.