Student Health Information
Health Services promotes the health and safety of the school age child to minimize or eliminate health related barriers to learning. Our Health Services staff provide care for students and staff, help keep and administer student medications, provide families with important immunization information and develop individualized health or emergency care plans.
- Health Services Staff
- Important Health Forms & Info.
- Action & Emergency Plan Forms
- Head Lice Information
- Health Information for Students
- Immunizations
- Student Health Records
- Student Medications
Health Services Staff
Building Nurses
Building Nurses are an integral part of the Health Services team. They are medically trained personnel who provide first aid support for students and staff, perform delegated nursing procedures, assist with screenings, organize and maintain the health room and keep the school nurse informed of the building's needs and areas of concern.
District Licensed School Nurses
District Licensed School Nurses provide direct professional support and service to students, families and staff. They assess the health needs of students and staff, make appropriate referrals and do follow up. They provide health screening such as vision and hearing tests. They write Individual Health Plans (IHPs) and attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings. They function as a member of the building staff and are a liaison between other healthcare professionals, educators, students and their families.
Nurse Contacts
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Grades PreK-5
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Grades |
Building Nurse |
District Licensed |
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Crystal Lake Education Center |
Jenny Kes |
Jamie Dooher |
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Cherry View Elementary |
Ellen Goodner |
Ashley Day |
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Christina Huddleston Elementary |
Julie Frank |
Caitlin Sonnenburg |
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Eastview Elementary |
Katie Keene |
Jamie Dooher |
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Highview Elementary |
Brianna Rangitsch Jennie Johnson |
Danae Bachtle Danae.Bachtle@isd194.org |
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John F. Kennedy Elementary |
Lynne Sather |
Caitlin Sonnenburg |
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Lake Marion Elementary |
Jill Anderson |
Caitlin Sonnenburg |
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Lakeville Online Academy |
n/a |
Ellen Parker |
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Lakeview Elementary |
Cheryl Sankary Jennie Johnson |
Ashley Day |
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Oak Hills Elementary |
Lindsay Brindise |
Ashley Day |
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Orchard Lake Elementary |
Jeannie Riehm |
Jamie Dooher |
Grades 6-8
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Grades 6-8 |
Building Nurse |
District Nurse (LSN) |
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Century Middle School |
Alissa Fischer |
Ellen Parker |
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Kenwood Trail Middle School |
Rebecca.Kruse |
Brittany Raymond |
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Lakeville Online Academy |
n/a |
Ellen Parker |
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McGuire Middle School |
Heather Logue |
Brittany Raymond |
Grades 9-12
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Grades |
Building |
District |
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Lakeville North High School |
Borquah Metzger |
Ellen Parker |
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Lakeville South High School |
Katie Barragan |
Brittany Raymond |
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Lakeville Pathways Academy |
null |
Brittany Raymond |
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Lakeville Online Academy |
n/a |
Ellen Parker |
Important Health Forms & Info.
- Influenza Information
- Wellness Policy
- Health Inventory Form
- Medication and Treatment Authorization Form
Influenza Information
Wellness Policy
Health Inventory Form
Health Inventory Form- English
Use this form to document past or current medical history.
Additional languages:
Spanish
Medication and Treatment Authorization Form
Medication and Treatment Authorization Form Use this form to have medications or treatments administered for students in child care, early childhood education, or school.
A healthcare provider signature as well as a parent signature is required.
Action & Emergency Plan Forms
Action and Emergency Plan Forms
Individual Health Plan
An Individual Health Plan (IHP) is developed for students with chronic health concerns when the District Nurse discerns that the health problem could affect the student’s education. The IHP will be a part of the Health Record and include the care plan, modifications needed, and an evaluation process.
Emergency Care Plan
Food Allergies
For information regarding Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis, visit the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website recommended by the National Association of School Nurses.
Head Lice Information
We recognize that head lice (tiny, wingless insects that make their home in human hair) is a common concern among elementary families. Lakeville Area Schools follows recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control, Minnesota Department of Health, American Academy of Pediatrics, and the National Association of School Nurses regarding head lice school practices. Our goal is to minimize missed learning time due to head lice.
Preventing Head Lice
- Anyone can get head lice; they are not a sign of poor hygiene. While head lice are a nuisance, they do not spread disease.
- Head lice are usually spread by direct head-to-head contact with someone who has them. Head lice only crawl, they do not jump or fly. They can also sometimes be spread by sharing hair care items like brushes, or head coverings like hats, or pillows.
- School is seldom the place where transmission of lice occurs. It is commonly spread outside of school during activities like playdates and sleepovers where more close head-to-head contact occurs.
- Head lice is not spread by animals or pets.
- Because head lice is common in children, please check your students regularly.
Treating Head Lice
- Consult your student’s doctor to determine the best course of treatment.
- Home remedies such as mayonnaise or tea tree oil are not supported by scientific evidence as effective treatments.
- Click here for a no-panic guide to head lice treatment.
School Communication About Head Lice
- Please notify your school Health Office if your child has head lice.
- If head lice are found on your child while they are at school, you will be notified confidentially. Your child will not be required to leave school due to head lice, but you may choose to pick them up.
- Per recommendations of the CDC, MDH, AAP and NASN we do not send whole classroom or school notifications regarding head lice.
- If your child needs additional support at school, contact your School Nurse or School Counselor.
Health Information for Students
Please follow these Minnesota Department of Health guidelines for managing illnesses such as influenza, respiratory viruses, and COVID:
Practice good hand hygiene, and cover coughs and sneezes to limit the spread of illness.
Please keep your student(s) home if they are sick. Students can return to school when:
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Their illness has subsided or their symptoms have improved.
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They have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.
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After resuming normal activities, the CDC encouraged taking additional prevention strategies for the next 5 days to curb disease spread, such as taking more steps for cleaner air, enhancing hygiene practices, wearing a well-fitting mask, keeping a distance from others, and/or getting tested for respiratory viruses.
Immunizations
Immunization Resources
- Immunizations Information
- Required Immunizations
- Immunization Forms
- Immunization Exemption
- Immunization Clinics
- Other Vaccine Information
Immunizations Information
Minnesota statutes 121A.15 and Minnesota rules Part 4604.0400 require that all children who are enrolled in a Minnesota school be immunized before starting school. These requirements can be waived only for medical reasons or if you are conscientiously opposed to a particular immunization.
Students will not be able to attend school or receive their school class assignments/schedule until we receive one of the following:
- A month-day-year record of required immunizations, signed and submitted by a parent/guardian
- A signed statement from a physician or clinic stating the child has had at least one dose of each vaccine and is in the process of completing the series
- A notarized statement of conscientious objection or a physician's signature stating a medical exemption to vaccination
Required Immunizations
Lakeville Area Schools is one of many school districts throughout the state of Minnesota that participates in the No Shots-No School Program. This program (which follows state law Minnesota statutes 121A.15 and Minnesota rules Part 4604.0400) has schools and local clinics working together to see that all students in our district are properly immunized before starting school in the fall. The program provides barrier-free access to immunizations for families without insurance and/or a family clinic. Check now with your family doctor or clinic to see if your child(ren) has all the immunizations required for their age level. If you have questions or do not have insurance, contact the nurse at your child’s school for assistance. Leave a message and phone number where you can be reached and the nurse will get back to you as soon as possible.
Immunization Forms
Use the forms below to document vaccines as well as medical or non-medical exemptions for children enrolled in child care, early childhood education, or school.
- Immunization Form (Child Care and Early Childhood)
- Immunization Form - (K-12) English (PDF)
Additional languages:
Amharic (PDF) | Hmong (PDF) | Karen (PDF) | Russian (PDF) | Somali (PDF) | Spanish (PDF) | Vietnamese (PDF)
Immunization Exemption
If you do not wish to have your child(ren) immunized due to medical or conscientious reasons you can pick up an exemption form at your child’s school. Fill out the form, including the reason for exemption. Have the form notarized and then return it to the school your child(ren) will be attending in the fall.
Immunization Clinics
Dakota County offers immunization clinics for persons 18 years of age and younger. These clinics are an affordable opportunity for those families who may not have health coverage for their child’s immunizations.
Dakota County Western Service Center
14955 Galaxie Avenue
Apple Valley, MN, 55124
952-891-7500
Website for Dakota County Public Health
Other Vaccine Information
Getting immunized is a lifelong, life-protecting job. Besides those required to attend school in Minnesota, there are other vaccinations the Center for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] recommends for adolescents. Check these out and talk to your health care provider about their importance in your child’s life.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by infection with the Hepatitis A virus. This vaccination is now recommended for all children at one year of age. Individuals who travel to countries with high or intermediate prevalence of Hepatitis A, such as Central or South America, Mexico, Asia, Africa, or Eastern Europe are also recommended to receive the Hepatitis A vaccination. It is also recommended that individuals receive the Hepatitis A Vaccine if you live in an area where the prevalence of the disease is high. Hepatitis A vaccine is given in two doses, 6 months apart from each other.
Human Papillomavirus
Human Papillomavirus [HPV] is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the United States. Most HPV infections don’t cause any symptoms, and go away on their own. However HPV can cause cervical cancer in women. Cervical cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer among women in the world. Cervical Cancer can be prevented with the three dose series of the HPV vaccine. HPV vaccine is routinely recommended for girls 11-12 year of age.
Meningitis
Bacterial Meningitis is a serious illness; an infection of fluid surrounding the brain and the spinal cord. Anyone at any age can get it, but it is most common in infants and others with medical conditions. College freshmen living in close contact in dormitories have been found to have an increased risk of getting meningitis. This vaccine is routinely recommended for all children between 11-12 years at their seventh grade physical or for older adolescents.
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Pertussis causes severe coughing spells, vomiting and disturbed sleep. In 2004 there were more than 25,000 cases of pertussis in the United States. More than 8,000 of these cases were among adolescents and more than 7,000 were among adults. Up to 2 in 100 adolescents and 5 in 100 adults were hospitalized or had complications related to pertussis. The additive of pertussis is recommended when students receive their tetanus and diphtheria booster between the ages of 11-12 years of age. Remember, these are not required for school entry. We are sharing information provided about Vaccine Recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] to keep students healthy for a lifetime. Please talk to your health care provider about indications for your child.
Student Health Records
The pupil health record is an accurate, efficient system for the collection of health data. Information pertinent to the student to ensure a student’s safety in school is requested upon entrance into Lakeville Area Schools. Parents are then encouraged to notify the Health Office when the student has experienced a medical condition that would affect the student’s safety in school or ability to learn. Information is considered confidential and shared only with school personnel on a need-to-know basis.
The health record also includes medical information that is observed at school. Emergency cards are provided yearly to parents so student information is current and accurate. They are sent home the first week of school. Emergency cards should be filled out to update requested information and newly diagnosed medical conditions and then be returned to the Health Office.
Student Medications
Administration of Medication in School
In compliance with federal, state and nursing laws, medications for students will be handled in accordance with these requirements:
School Medication Procedures
- All medications must be delivered to the health office by a parent or designated adult during school hours.
- The Building Nurse and parent will count all medication brought in to the health office at the time of delivery.
- All medication must be in the pharmacy labeled bottle or the original over the counter packaging.
- All medications needed during the school day will require both a signed medical order and signed parent authorization for administration.
- Students may not carry medications on themselves or in their backpack without a medical order permitting self-carry.
- Written physician’s medical orders are required for all changes in medications or changes in the dose to be given at school.
- All bottles with pharmacy labels must have the correct medicine and correct dose per pharmacist on the original label, this must coincide with current medical order.
- A physician’s order will be necessary in order for the nurse to give an additional dose of medication if forgotten at home.
- Medical orders for administering medication at school and parent signature authorizing administration must be renewed annually, preferably at the beginning of the school year.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the health office and speak to the Building Nurse or District Licensed School Nurse.
Medication and Treatment Authorization Forms
Medication and Treatment Authorization Form Use this form to have medications or treatments administered for students in child care, early childhood education, or school.
A healthcare provider signiture as well as a parent signature is required.
Health Inventory Forms
Health Inventory Form- English
Use this form to document past or current medical history.
Additional languages:
Spanish