Township High School District 211 Health Services Department supports the health, safety, and well-being of students so they can fully participate in their educational experience. Health Services works in partnership with families, school staff, and community providers to promote student wellness, ensure compliance with state requirements, and respond to student health needs during the school day.
- Health Services Team
- Health Requirements
- Medical Forms/Action Plans
- Medications
- Concussions
- Health Organizations and Resources
- FAQs
Health Services Team
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
State of Illinois Mandatory Health Requirements for Students
Freshmen Students
- The physical exam must be dated within 12 months of the first day of school.
- The parent/guardian health history section must be fully completed and signed.
- Any health conditions, disabilities, allergies, and medications must be documented.
Dental Examination Form
Must be completed between November 15 (8th grade) and May 15 (9th grade).
Important Note: The IHSA sports physical cannot be accepted for freshmen or transfer student physicals.
Senior Students
Meningitis (MCV4) Immunization
Must be administered on or after the student’s 16th birthday.
Transfer from an Illinois School
Certificate of Child Health Examination Form
Submit with a complete immunization record.
Out of State/Country Transfer Student
Certificate of Child Health Examination Form
Submit with a complete immunization record based on State of Illinois requirements.
- The student has 30 days to submit the above form.
Eye Examination Form
Please submit the completed eye exam form as required.
Religious Exemption Requests
The Illinois Department of Public Health and Illinois State Board of Education require that the Illinois Certificate of Religious Exemption Form be completed by the parent/guardian and signed by the primary care provider if a religious exemption is requested.
Medical Forms/Action Plans
Health Forms & Action Plans
Allergy and Anaphylaxis Action Plan Asthma Action Plan
Diabetes Medical Management Plan Eye Exam Form Eye Exam Waiver Illinois Certificate of Religious Exemption Form
Seizure Action Plan
*Note: cannot be used for 9th grade or transfer student school physicals.
Completed medical forms may be emailed, faxed, or delivered in person to the school Health Office.
Medications
Students who need prescription or over-the-counter medication during the school day must have proper authorization on file. Authorization is required for all medications, including over-the-counter medications.
A completed Medication Authorization Form, signed by both the student’s parent/guardian and a licensed prescriber, must be on file with the school Health Office.
Medication Authorization Form (Español)
All prescription and over-the-counter medications are administered by a school nurse, unless a student has been approved to self-carry as outlined below.
At the end of the school year, any medication not picked up by a parent/guardian will be properly disposed of by the Health Office.
Self-Carry Medications
Students are not permitted to carry medications during the school day, with the following exceptions and required documentation on file:
- Asthma: Students may carry an inhaler with an Asthma Action Plan on file
- Diabetes (IDDM): Students may carry insulin and supplies with a Diabetes Action Plan on file
- Severe Allergies: Students may carry an epinephrine auto-injector with an Allergy and Anaphylaxis Action Plan on file
Concussions
A student’s best chance for full recovery from a concussion includes both cognitive rest and physical rest. Research shows that limiting mental and physical strain during recovery helps reduce symptoms and supports healing. Please contact the nurse’s office if your child has a concussion.
Cognitive Rest
Cognitive rest means limiting activities that place strain on the brain. During concussion recovery, students may need to limit or avoid activities such as:
Cognitive Rest
Cognitive rest means limiting activities that place strain on the brain. During concussion recovery, students may need to limit or avoid activities such as:
- Driving
- Video games
- Computer use, texting, and cell phone use
- Exposure to loud noise or bright lights
- Watching television
- Reading or studying
Physical Rest
Physical activity that increases symptoms should be avoided during recovery. This may include:
Physical education classes Athletic practices or competitions Strength training or cardiovascular conditioning Physical activity should only resume gradually and under appropriate supervision once symptoms improve.
Concussion Care Protocol (Español)
Physical education classes Athletic practices or competitions Strength training or cardiovascular conditioning Physical activity should only resume gradually and under appropriate supervision once symptoms improve.
Concussion Care Protocol (Español)
Health Organizations and Resources
Platforms that connect individuals with local resources for food, housing, healthcare, and other essential services:
Health Organizations
- American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
- American Cancer Society
- American Diabetes Association
- American Heart Association
- American Red Cross
- Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
- Centers for Disease Control
- Cook County Department of Public Health
- Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America
- Epilepsy Foundation
- Illinois Department of Public Health
- Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
- Kids Health
- National Alliance for Mental Illness
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for students and families. Click a question to expand.
If your student needs to go home due to illness:
- The student must report to the school Health Office for evaluation.
- Health Services will contact the parent/guardian to confirm the pick-up time and destination.
- If the student drove to school, parent/guardian approval is required before the student is permitted to drive home.
If your student has a doctor's note:
- Please give a copy of all physician notes to the nurse’s office and they will assist in distributing to the appropriate staff.
If your student arrives at school on crutches:
- Please provide a note from your physician to the nurse’s office, which will be processed and distributed to the appropriate staff.
- An elevator pass and extra time between classes may be provided to assist the student throughout the school day.
- If additional resources are needed, please contact either nurse’s office.
If your student has a fever (temperature of 100 degrees or more):
- Your student must be fever-free for 24 hours without the assistance of a fever-reducing medication, such as Advil, Tylenol, etc. before he/she can return to school.
- If your student is found to have a fever while at school, they must be picked up immediately.
If your student is experiencing flu-like symptoms:
- CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to obtain medical care. Your fever should be gone for 24 hours without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.
- Additional details about influenza and vaccinations can be found on the CDC website.
- Visit our resources tab on the Heath Services page for health clinic information.
If your student requires medication while at school:
- Visit our medications tab on the Heath Services page for guidelines for administration of medication.
- No student can carry over the counter medications.
Understanding Type 1 Diabetes for Parents and Guardians:
- Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition in which the body does not produce insulin, a hormone that helps change sugar (glucose) from food into energy.
- Illinois State Board of Education, in coordination with the Illinois Department of Public Health, developed materials for the parents and guardians of students on Understanding Type 1 Diabetes for Parents and Guardians.
Vision and hearing screenings:
- Vision and hearing screenings are completed according to state guidelines and school policy. Vision and hearing screenings are provided annually to students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
- Students transferring into Illinois for the first-time MUST have a vision exam completed by a physician.
- If a student fails either screening, parents/guardians will be notified and appropriate referrals will be made.
Student Accident Insurance:
Please reference our Student Accident Insurance page for more information.
Home Hospital Instruction:
- Home/hospital services are provided to a student when a physician licensed to practice medicine in all of its branches, a licensed physician assistant (PA), or a licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) determines that the student will, or is anticipated to be, absent from school for a minimum of 10 days during the school year due to a medical condition.
- Medical Certification for Home/Hospital Instruction (ISBE Form 34-58). This form is to be retained on file in the local school district after completion by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches, APRN or PA.
- Home-Hospital Instruction FAQ (Español)
Teen Pregnancy:
- Township High School District 211 is committed to eliminating barriers to the education of pregnant students. Pregnant students are encouraged to continue their education and are eligible for homebound instruction. Contact the school nurse with any questions.
Who can I contact for non-emergency mental health support?
Crisis & Support Hotlines
- 24-Hour Crisis Line: 847-377-8088
- Suicide Hotline: 800-784-2433
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
Hospital Treatment Programs
- Alexian Brothers Hospital: 800-432-5005
- Northwest Community Hospital: 847-618-1000
- Streamwood Behavioral Health Hospital: 630-837-9000
Please call the nurse’s office with any additional questions or concerns.