A school nurse is on site approximately one day a month.  She conducts vision and hearing screening and general health assessments on students in Kindergarten and grades 2 and 5 as mandated by the state.  All new students, and students being considered for Special Education Programs are also screened.  Referrals from teachers, parents and physicians are screened on request.  The nurse conducts Scoliosis screening in grades 5 and 6 and is involved in the Family Life Education at the 4^th grade level.  The school nurse is also responsible for reviewing health histories, communicating health concerns to the staff, and providing in-service regarding health issues.  She maintains health records and verifies that all students are in compliance with the state immunization requirements.