School Nurse
Meet James Corradino and Meghan Pennington
Our school nurses are James Corradino and Meghan Pennington.
Definition of School Nursing
School nursing, a specialized practice of nursing, protects and promotes student health, facilitates optimal development, and advances academic success. School nurses, grounded in ethical and evidence-based practice, are the leaders who bridge health care and education, provide care coordination, advocate for quality student-centered care, and collaborate to design systems that allow individuals and communities to develop their full potential.
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Sports Physicals
Sports physicals are required yearly for students participating in school sports. Sports physicals are valid for one year and one month. Complete the CT Health Assessment Record form and submit it to the school nurse before tryouts. If the physical is completed for an incoming ninth grader before July 1, it is only valid for sports.
Health Physicals
Physicals are required for all incoming ninth graders. The physical must be performed after July 1 before the start of the student's ninth-grade year and before the start of their tenth-grade year. Ninth-grade students who have not submitted a valid Health Assessment Record form by the start of tenth grade will be excluded from school until the requirement is met.
This is the only physical required for high school unless your child is participating in school athletics.
Medications
If your child needs medications during the school day you must submit a completed Medication Administration Form for each medication needed. The form must be completed by your pediatrician and signed by a parent or guardian. In high school, students may carry their own medications. Students must still have the Medication Administration Form filled out, and the child's doctor and parent or guardian must check yes and sign at the bottom for permission for self-administration.
Early Dismissal
Dismissals from school for illness are handled through the Nurse’s Office. All other dismissals, including for doctor’s appointments, are handled by the student's House office secretary.
Medical Restrictions
If your child needs academic adjustments or to be excused from gym or sports for an extended period of time due to an injury, concussion or illness, a child's parent or guardian will need to supply a doctor’s note stating the amount of time that the student will need to be excused AND the date of their reevaluation. A note from a doctor is required for the student to return to regular academics and activities. This is especially important for clearance for concussions.
Vaping Awareness
Below there are resources that help support both parents and students when it comes to the vaping topic.
Click on the links to locate educational resources to help better inform and help prevent the spread of vaping among our students.
The Norwalk Partnership Website
Norwalk High School
23 Calvin Murphy Dr. Norwalk, CT 06851
Dr. Lynne Moore | Principal | Phone: 203-838-4481