SOUTH BURLINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
HEALTH SERVICES

Each of the five South Burlington Schools is staffed by a Registered Nurse with a Vermont State School Nurse endorsement through the Department of Education.  In addition there are Licensed Practical Nurse Health Assistants who act as back up support and Health Aides in several of the schools. We maintain a compliance of pupil to school nurse ratio as mandated by the Department of Education through the Vermont School Quality Standards.

The role of the school nurse includes, but is not limited to the following: mandated and recommended screening programs-- vision, hearing, blood pressure, height, weight; development of Individual Health Care Plans; maintenance of student immunization and health records; communicable disease reporting; health promotion and education; management of chronic illnesses; injury and first aid care; medication administration. We are often the coordinator of health services for students with physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists. In addition, the School Nurse works as a team member with the guidance counselor, school social worker, special educator and classroom teacher to maximize learning and wellness in a healthy, safe environment.

ACT 158

Pursuant to Act 158, South Burlington School District is prepared to provide a safe and supportive environment for all students with a life threatening allergy or chronic illness.  Any student with a life threatening allergy or chronic illness may be provided with protection under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

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