School Enrollment

Evidence of a Physical Exam

Must be completed within 12 months prior to the child's school entry date. Parents may submit the School Entry Health Exam (DH 3040) or provide a copy of an exam obtained from their current health care provider that includes the components of DH 3040.

• Parents should obtain a copy of their child's medical history/medical exam before leaving their current state of residency when moving to Florida.

Florida Certification of Immunization or Exemption

Prior to entry, attendance or transfer to preschools, school (public/private k-12), licensed childcare facilities, and family daycare homes, each child shall have on file one of the following:

• Florida Certification of Immunization (Form DH 680)
• Florida Religious Exemption from Immunization (Form DH 681)

Additional Information

• If your child requires prescription medication during the school day, please provide the school with a medication authorization form (your school will provide you with one).
• Inform the school of any special health care needs that your child may need at school.
• The school nurse is available on-site to assist you in planning your child's care during the school day.
• Please make sure that the school has current emergency contact numbers for your child.
• Review with your child the importance of good hygiene: good handwashing skills, avoid sharing combs, hairbrushes, hats, or anything that comes in direct contact with hair.