In accordance with the law, Gordon ISD must provide parents with written notice of each school-based health-related service offered at the campus their child attends. These routine services promote student safety, wellness, and readiness to learn.  The services may be provided by qualified school staff including nurses or athletic trainers.  This consent does not take the place of an Individualized Health Plan (IHP), Section 504 Plan or individualized education plan (IEP). 

A parent has the right to withhold consent for any health-related service. 

These services include routine health services as listed below and health screenings.

• Acute Care - immediate care for illness or non-life threatening injuries (taking temperature, applying bandages)
• Care Coordination - collaborating with physicians, training staff 
• Chronic Disease Management - assisting with conditions such as asthma or diabetes
• Health Education - providing information on health topics
• Medication Management - administering medication in accordance with the law
• Mental Health Support - providing first-aid care and crisis intervention 
• Preventative Care - entering data for state immunizations, lice screening, *screenings for vision, hearing, spinal development (scoliosis), and risk factors for Type 2 diabetes (such as acanthosis nigricans).  Please note the Type 2 diabetes screening is a non-invasive skin check.
• Referrals to Community Resources - connecting families with community healthcare providers

*These screenings are intended to identify potential concerns early, allowing families to seek further evaluation and care if needed. Screenings are conducted at specific grade levels, for new students, and sometimes as part of an evaluation for additional services under Section 504 or Special Education. 

Please be advised that if you choose to opt-out of these services and your child becomes ill or sustains a non-life threatening injury during the school day, the campus nurse will not be permitted to assess or provide care - except in the case of a life-threatening emergency, as defined by applicable law and district policy.  In such cases, you will be contacted immediately and will be required to pick up your child from school without delay. 

If you have any questions, please contact your school nurse.