Clifton Public Schools

Clifton Public Schools offers comprehensive health services districtwide. By state law, the nurse can only administer first aid and follow written doctor’s orders. In case of a serious accident, parents will be notified immediately and 911 will be called if necessary. If it is necessary for the child to go home, parents must make provisions to pick up the student. The nurse is not permitted to transport students. 

Physical examinations conducted by a healthcare provider chosen by the student's parent/guardian at the provider's facility are required upon entry into the school district and prior to participation on high school athletic teams. A full report of the examination (universal child health form, dated, signed, and stamped by the medical provider) must be presented to the school. A universal health form must be completed for every child enrolled in each school building.

Vision screening is done by the school nurse in grades Pre-K, K, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, for new students, and as needed. Auditory screenings are conducted on students pursuant to state regulations. By state law, every child ten years of age and older must be examined biennially for scoliosis. 

Students requiring medication at school, including all over the counter medications such as acetaminophen and cough drops, must present written orders from the nurse practitioner or physician and the parent detailing the name of the medication, dosage, time of administration and period of time over which medication is to be given. The medication must be brought to school by the parent/guardian in the original container appropriately labeled by the pharmacy. 

Please ensure the school office has your current phone numbers on file so we can reach you—or an alternate contact—if your child becomes ill or injured at school.

When reporting your child's absence, you may be asked to describe their symptoms and indicate whether they have a fever, diarrhea, and vomiting. This information helps us track illness trends and protect the health of all students.