• Immunizations, Physicals, and Medications

    In an effort to streamline the requests for medical documentation please see the required medical documentation breakdown by grade. NYSED requires a physical exam for new entrants and students in Grades Pre-K, K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11; annually for interscholastic sports; and working papers as needed; or as required by the Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE).

    If you need assistance in obtaining a physical examination or immunization please contact your school nurse who can share resources with you.

    Additional information

    • A physical examination completed at your pediatrician meets the requirements for BCSD sports participation
    • Physicals are valid for 12 months from the date of the exam
    • Any medication orders for any medication (OTC or RX) to be administered at school need to be renewed annually. This includes any “self-carry” medication
    • Use of any orthopedic devices at school (crutches, CAM boot, cane, etc) requires a note from a doctor with the anticipated duration of need. 

     

    Medication in school

    All medications (prescription and over-the-counter) must adhere to these guidelines:    

    • Any medication orders for any medication (OTC or RX) to be administered at school need to be renewed annually. This includes any “self-carry” medication
    • Medication administration in school requires a written order from a licensed prescriber along with written parental permission. 
    • Medication must be brought in by a parent/guardian (adult) in the original container.  Medications CAN NOT be brought to school by a student via the bus.


    We appreciate your time in satisfying this documentation as required by NY State Law and BOE policies. 


    Sincerely,
    Brewster Central School District Nurses