A complete physical examination is required for entrance to Pre-K, Kindergarten or First Grade (first entry), Sixth and Ninth grades. This physical must be completed within one year prior to the first day of school attendance. The exam must cover all required elements as listed on the two page “Certificate of Child Health Examination” form. The form requires both completion and signatures from the parent/guardian and the examining practitioner. 

The physical examination and immunization summary are due prior to October 15th of the school year. Non compliance will result in exclusion from school. Additionally, in order to pick up their fall schedule, high school students are requested to submit these documents or have proof of an appointment that is scheduled prior to October 15th.

In state transfer students are required to comply with the physical examination and immunization requirements of the grade they are entering. Out of state transfer students will need to have a physical exam/ immunizations completed in compliance with Illinois standards and dated no more than one year prior to the date of enrollment. All forms must be submitted within 30 days.

A tuberculosis skin test is not required unless the student is considered by their examining practitioner to be in an at-risk category (Move-ins from out of the country or from high-prevalence areas should consult their examining practitioner).

The requirement that children must be assessed for lead poisoning applies to children six months through six years of age. Proof of blood testing or screening must be submitted to the school for all children entering day care, preschool or Kindergarten. The doctor or nurse shall use the “Childhood Lead Risk Assessment Questionnaire” provided by IDPH.

In accordance with state law, medical or religious objections to any health requirement are to be submitted on the same schedule as the requirement.

Minimum Immunization Requirements for Illinois Schools PreK-12th grades:

In accordance with state law, medical or religious objections to any health requirement are to be submitted on the same schedule as the requirement.

Before May 15th of each school year, all children in Kindergarten, Second, Sixth, and Ninth grades shall present to the school proof of having been examined by a licensed dentist. The examination must have taken place within the 18 months prior to May 15th of that school year. Students who do not submit a Dental Examination may have their report cards held.

In accordance with state law, medical or religious objections to any health requirement are to be submitted on the same schedule as the requirement.

An eye examination (history, visual acuity, subjective refraction, internal/external examination and glaucoma evaluation) is required to be done on all children enrolling in Kindergarten, or enrolling for the first time in an Illinois school. Each of these children shall present proof of having been examined by a licensed optometrist or medical doctor who performs eye examinations within the previous year submitted by October 15th of the school year.

In accordance with state law, medical or religious objections to any health requirement are to be submitted on the same schedule as the requirement.