Hanover High School Health Screenings 10/12/23
In accordance with Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) regulations (105CMR 200.400), the annual health screenings will take place on Wednesday, November 28, 2023. The following screenings will take place at Hanover High School:
- Postural Screening: Grade 9
- Height and Weight: Grade 10
- Hearing Screenings: Grade 10
- Vision Screenings: Grade 10
* If your child wears glasses, please ensure they bring them to school.
Make-up screenings for those who missed or did not pass the initial screening will occur throughout the Fall. If your child does not pass the vision or hearing screenings, you will be notified by your school nurse through SchoolMessenger. If you prefer that your child not participate in the health screenings, you may opt out by notifying your child's school nurse in writing.
Additional Information About Vision Screenings
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health recommends that, in addition to the routine vision screening, a comprehensive eye exam by an eye doctor experienced in treating children should be sought in the following cases:
- Children unable to complete or who refuse to complete a vision screening
- Children whose disability or behavior prevents them from performing a standard screening
- Parent or teacher concerns about the student meeting academic benchmarks
- Children who receive additional educational support, such as an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Parent/guardian, teacher, nurse, or screener concerns about the potential existence of a vision problem, even if the child has passed a recent vision screening
- If you have any concerns about your child's vision for any reason, please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment for a complete eye examination with a licensed ophthalmologist or optometrist.
Please refer to the Hanover Public Schools Health Services website for more information about school-based health screenings.