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Office of Specialized Instructional Services
Deputy ChiefLinda Y. Williams 440 North Broad Street2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19130 Phone: 215.400.4170 Related Departments
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School Health ServicesSchool Health ServicesSchool Readiness, Mandated Screenings and ExamsStudents attending a public or non-public school are required to have screenings and exams, as indicated. School nurses and school nurse practitioners will do screenings, as needed. However, your primary health care providers are the best persons to do the exams since they can provide follow-up care. If you would like help in finding a family health care provider, a vision care provider, a dentist or an insurance provider, or you have other concerns about your child's health, please contact the school nurse. Health InsuranceFor information and to apply for free or low cost health insurance for your children under the age of 19 call: 1-800-986-KIDSHealth Care CentersIf you live in Philadelphia, you can get high-quality health care at one of Philadelphia's health care centers. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health's (PDPH) Health Care Centers accept Medicare, Medical Assistance, and most health insurance and HMO plans. If you do not have insurance, you will be billed on a sliding scale based on your family size and income. Even if you do not have any income or health insurance, you will still receive high-quality health care. See the Philadelphia Department of Public Health's website for more information. ImmunizationsStudents attending a public or non-public school are required by the Philadelphia Department of Health to have the following immunizations, as indicated, before the start of each grade. Visit the link below for more information. Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Immunization Requirements for School Entry, 2011-12 School Nurses • More than just first aidStudents learn best when they are healthy. School nurses are dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of students and staff in school and to helping students to develop good health habits that will last a lifetime. School nurses help to identify and provide support for health conditions that adversely impact learning.
Philadelphia school nurses are certified as educational specialists by the Commonwealth of Pennslvania. They must also be registered nurses (RN), have a bachelor's degree, and complete additional graduate level education in school nursing and school law.
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