Important Health Requirements for 2026-2027 School Year

Dear Parent(s) and Guardian(s):

We want to take this opportunity to remind you of important health requirements for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Please review the information below and reach out if you have any questions.

Health Examinations (physicals): 

• New York State law requires a health examination for all new entrants and students in grades Pre-K or K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11; 
• Every year for students participating in athletics (sports); 
• For working papers as needed; or 
• When required by the Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Committee on Pre-School Special Education (CPSE). 
• A dental exam form is also requested at the same time a grade-level health examination is required.

The New York State Required Health Examination Form is to be used by the healthcare provider performing the health examination. An electronic equivalent form will also be accepted. 
Immunizations (shots/vaccines): 

• New York State law requires all students entering or attending (including remotely) any New York State school (public, nonpublic, and charter schools) must receive all doses of immunizations required for their grade level in order to attend school. The immunization requirements for each grade level are outlined on NYSDOH Immunization Requirements for School Entrance/Attendance Chart.
• A request for a medical exemption to an immunization must be completed annually on this form:  Medical Exemption Statement for Children 0-18 Years of Age (ny.gov).

Prescribed and Over-the-Counter Medications:
 If your child requires medications during the school day, the school must have the following:

• A written healthcare provider order (written attestation is also required for independent students)
• Written parent/guardian consent and Authorization to Administer Medication form completed.

The medication must be brought to the school by an adult. The medications must be in their original labeled prescription or over-the-counter bottles/packaging. Any special supplies or equipment for the nurse to administer the medication must also be provided to the school. 

If you have any questions, please contact your school nurse.
Sincerely,
SWR School Nurses