Welcome to U-E's Health Services!

It is the policy of the Union - Endicott Central School District to provide an environment that is conducive to the growth and development of our students. We are concerned about the health and happiness of your student. Good health and good schoolwork go hand in hand with a cooperative effort between home and school. We will provide the best environment possible for your student to meet their goals.

Our school health program meets the requirements of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education and is designed to include health services and health education. Its major objective is to promote a sound mind in a healthy body. The health program is under the direction of a supervising school physician and the Director of Pupil Services.

Immunization Requirements

Over the past few years, there have been a number of changes regarding school immunization requirements. Any student who does not meet the NYS immunization requirement for school attendance and does not have a medical exemption, will not be allowed to enter school at Union-Endicott. This includes access to remote learning.

Please use the link to access the current requirements:
2024-2025 NYS Immunization Requirements for School Entrance/Attendance

The student and their family must provide proof from a physician or clinic showing compliance with the NYS immunization requirements for school attendance.  Check with your child's provider to determine if any vaccinations are needed to meet the NYS requirement for school attendance.  

In 2019, NYS signed legislation removing non-medical exemptions from school vaccination requirements for children. Click here for more information.

New York State Education Law states that all children entering grades PreK, Kindergarten, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11, as well as all students new to the district, need to have a physical exam by a New York State physician. Additionally, physicals are required annually for interscholastic sports and working papers. The cardiac history MUST be completed for students to participate in athletic activities. We recommend students to see their own medical providers when possible since your doctor knows your child best. If a physical exam cannot be provided by your own private doctor, the school physician will provide one for your child free of charge. Physical exams are done at each of the schools in the fall and spring. Please call your school's Health Office for scheduled mandated school physical days.

Please click the link below for a copy of the physical form:
Physical Form

All physicals are good for one year from the date of the exam.

An annual vision and hearing screening will be done by the school nurse as mandated by New York State for all new entrants to the district as well as students in grades PreK, K, 1, 3, 5, 7, and 11. These tests provide only screening for potential problems. You will be notified of any deficiencies found. A follow-up examination, by your physician, will be required for diagnosis and treatment. If you are in need of financial assistance for a vision exam or glasses, please contact your school nurse.

An annual scoliosis screening by the physical education personnel with further evaluation by the school nurse for students in grades 5 and 7 for girls and grade 9 for boys.

New York State requests that students present a dental certificate for the required physical exam years; a dental health certificate should contain a report of a comprehensive dental examination.

A dental certificate form has been attached for your convenience.

Are you without health insurance? Broome County Department of Social Services provides application assistance and has trained staff available to help children, teens, and adults apply for free to low-cost health insurance through Medicaid and Child Health Plus. To learn more information on these programs, call 607-778-1100 for assistance.

COVID-19 protocols

Respiratory Virus Guidance

If you suspect your child is getting sick, it is essential that they do not attend school extracurricular activities, or sporting events. We ask that you keep your child home if they have a fever of 100.4 or greater, vomiting and/or diarrhea within the last 24 hours, pink/red eyes with drainage, severe sore throat and/or ear pain, or a severe headache. Please keep your child home for 24 hours after the fever ends without the use of medication, or they have completed 24 hours of medication prescribed by their healthcare provider.

When to Keep a Child Home

Remember to keep your contacts current so we are able to reach you should your child become ill or injured at school.

According to New York State Education Regulation 135.4, “All pupils shall attend and participate in the PE program…..Individual medical certificate of limitations must indicate the area of the program in which the pupil MAY Participate.

If a student is to take any medication during the school day, it must be in the bottle dispensed by the pharmacist with the child's name, name of medication, dosage, number of times to be given, and the physicians name on the label.

The Health Office must have a written order from a doctor as well as written parent and/ or guardian permission authorizing school personnel to administer the medication. This includes over the counter medications. Please do not send medications to school with your student. This is for the safety of all students.

An order form for medication is attached for you and your physician to complete.

Physicians Order for Medication

Sunscreen policy: (Medication and Personal Care Items Policy 7513) Students may carry and use FDA approved sunscreen products. The student's parent or guardian must provide written permission for the student to use and carry the sunscreen.  A student who is unable to physically apply the sunscreen may be assisted by unlicensed personnel when directed to do so by the student, if permitted by a parent or guardian in writing.

Medication Related Forms:
Asthma Action Plan

Allergy Care Plan