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new york State Education Department IMMUNIZATION GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOLS. 2014. The Regents of the University of the State of new york Office of Student Support Services THE UNIVERSITY OF THE State OF new york . Regents of The University MERRYL H. TISCH, Chancellor, , , .. new york ANTHONY S. BOTTAR, Vice Chancellor, , .. Syracuse ROBERT M. BENNETT, Chancellor Emeritus, , .. Tonawanda JAMES C. DAWSON, , , , .. Plattsburgh GERALDINE D. CHAPEY, , , .. Belle Harbor HARRY PHILLIPS, 3rd, , .. Hartsdale JAMES R. TALLON, JR., , .. Binghamton ROGER TILLES, , .. Great Neck CHARLES R. BENDIT, .. Manhattan BETTY A. ROSA, , in Ed., in Ed., , .. Bronx LESTER W. YOUNG, JR., , , Ed. D.. Oakland Gardens CHRISTINE D. CEA, , , .. Staten Island WADE S. NORWOOD, .. Rochester KATHLEEN M. CASHIN, , , .. Brooklyn JAMES E. COTTRELL, , new york T. ANDREW BROWN, , .. Rochester JOSEPHINE VICTORIA FINN, , .. Monticello Commissioner of Education President of The University of the State of new york JOHN B.

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1 new york State Education Department IMMUNIZATION GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOLS. 2014. The Regents of the University of the State of new york Office of Student Support Services THE UNIVERSITY OF THE State OF new york . Regents of The University MERRYL H. TISCH, Chancellor, , , .. new york ANTHONY S. BOTTAR, Vice Chancellor, , .. Syracuse ROBERT M. BENNETT, Chancellor Emeritus, , .. Tonawanda JAMES C. DAWSON, , , , .. Plattsburgh GERALDINE D. CHAPEY, , , .. Belle Harbor HARRY PHILLIPS, 3rd, , .. Hartsdale JAMES R. TALLON, JR., , .. Binghamton ROGER TILLES, , .. Great Neck CHARLES R. BENDIT, .. Manhattan BETTY A. ROSA, , in Ed., in Ed., , .. Bronx LESTER W. YOUNG, JR., , , Ed. D.. Oakland Gardens CHRISTINE D. CEA, , , .. Staten Island WADE S. NORWOOD, .. Rochester KATHLEEN M. CASHIN, , , .. Brooklyn JAMES E. COTTRELL, , new york T. ANDREW BROWN, , .. Rochester JOSEPHINE VICTORIA FINN, , .. Monticello Commissioner of Education President of The University of the State of new york JOHN B.

2 KING, JR. Executive Deputy Commissioner ELIZABETH R. BERLIN. Deputy Commissioner of P-12 Education KENNETH G. SLENTZ. Assistant Commissioner, Office of Student Support Services RENEE L. RIDER. The State Education Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gender, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or sexual orientation in its educational programs, services and activities. Portions of this publication can be made available in a variety of formats, including braille, large print or audio tape, upon request. Inquiries concerning this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Department 's Office for Diversity and Access, Room 530, Education Building, Albany, NY 12234. FOREWORD. Immunization Guidelines for Schools provides local educational agencies with a framework for developing policy and procedures that meet the immunization requirements for school attendance as defined in State law and regulation.

3 The document explains the purpose of immunization policy and procedures in schools, and provides guidelines for developing an effective program including planning, implementation, and follow-up procedures. This document is intended for use by administrators and school health personnel. Every attempt has been made to ensure that the information and resources contained in this document reflect best practice in the field of school nursing. Local educational agencies (LEAs) should review these guidelines with their counsel as necessary, to incorporate the guidance with district policy. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. These guidelines were revised with the assistance of an advisory committee Richard C Ancona MD FAAP Joanne Reynolds MSN, RN, NCSN. School Nurse/District Nurse Coordinator Scotia-Glenville Central School District Linda Bakst, MPA Linda Seaman MSEd Deputy Director of Policy Services Associate in Education Improvement Services new york State School Boards Association Student Support Services new york State Education Department Cynthia Di Laura Devore, MD, FAAP Robin Stiles-Tice Pediatrician, Immediate Past Chair, Public Health Representative Committee on School Health and Sports Medicine, NYSDOH Bureau of Immunization Program District II AAP new york State Department of Health Medical Director Consultant, NY Statewide School Health Services Karen Hollowood RN, BSN, MSEd Geoffrey A.

4 Weinberg, MD. Associate in School Nursing Professor of Pediatrics (Infectious Diseases). Student Support Services Director, Pediatric HIV Program new york State Education Department University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Antoinette Lanoue MBA, BSN, RN Adrienne Weiss-Harrison, Algonquin Middle School Medical Director/School Physician City School District of New Rochelle Janice McPhee MSN, RN, NCSN Gail Wold, RN, BSN. Ballston Spa Central School District Coordinator President-Elect new york Statewide School Health new york State Association of School Nurses Services Center Martha Morrissey RN, BS, MA Barbara Zittel, RN, , retired Associate in School Nursing Executive Secretary, Board for Nursing Student Support Services Office of Professions new york State Education Department new york State Education Department TABLE OF CONTENTS. INTRODUCTION .. 1. LEGISLATIVE BACKGROUND .. 1. DEFINITION OF TERMS.

5 2. SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION PROGRAM. Elements of an Effective School Immunization 5. IMPLEMENTATION OF A SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION PROGRAM. A. Minimum Immunization Requirements for School Attendance .. 7. B. Communication .. 7. C. Review of Immunization Status for School Attendance .. 7. Partially Immunized Students .. 8. Non-Immunized Students .. 9. D. Special Circumstances .. 11. Homeless Students .. 11. Students with IEPs .. 11. Homeschooled Students .. 11. Refugee Students .. 12. E. Exemptions .. 12. F. Documentation/Recordkeeping .. 13. G. Immunization Surveys .. 14. H. Disease Surveillance .. 15. Assessment .. 15. Actions .. 15. Return to School after Illness .. 16. REFERENCES .. 17. INTRODUCTION. In the early 1900's, communicable disease control was the primary reason for the establishment of school health services. There has been a decline in communicable diseases over the past fifty years due to the widespread use of immunizations (also known as vaccines) against many diseases.

6 However, with this success has come complacency and fear regarding vaccines. Vaccine preventable diseases ( , diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, poliomyelitis, measles, mumps, rubella, Haemophilus influenzae type b, hepatitis B, varicella, pneumococcal and meningococcal disease and others) still occur among students who are either under immunized or lack any immunizations. The development of an effective communicable disease control program remains a primary responsibility public health authorities. Schools assist in this effort by ensuring students meet immunization requirements as defined in Public Health Law. This document has been developed to provide schools with guidance for implementing an effective school immunization program. It is intended for use in all school settings, both public and non-public. LEGISLATIVE BACKGROUND. Immunization requirements are based on both Education Law and Public Health Law. Immunization requirements apply to all schools (public, charter, BOCES, and non- public) in the State .

7 Education Law Article 19 governs school health services and includes: 906 - Existence of Contagious Diseases; Return after illness, and 914 - Immunization of Children. The Regulations of the Commissioner of Education , 8 NYCRR , provide more detail on the school health services program and each of its specific components, inclusive of the responsibility of the trustees and boards of Education to require that every student entering or attending school provide proof of immunization against poliomyelitis, mumps, measles, diphtheria, rubella, varicella, Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) and hepatitis B in accordance with the provisions of Public Health Law 2164. Public Health Law 2164 and the regulations of the Commissioner of Health 10 NYCRR. 66-1, define immunization program requirements for day cares, nursery schools, and pre-K-12 schools. NYSED Immunization Guidelines for Schools Last Updated May 2014. Page 1. DEFINITION OF TERMS.

8 Acceptable proof ( proof of compliance)- Documents indicating the required receipt of all vaccines such as: an original signed certificate of immunization, a new york State Immunization Information System (NYSIIS); or new york Citywide Immunization Registry (CIR) immunization record; immunization records from a previous school or an out of State immunization registry that is signed by the health practitioner and specifies the dates and products administered, serologic proof of immunity for specific diseases(10 NYCRR ); or a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner diagnosed history of varicella. [10 NYCRR (a)]. Certificate of Immunization - a document prepared by the health practitioner who administers the immunizations to the student, specifying the product(s) administered and the dates of administration. It may also show verification of history of physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant diagnosed varicella, and/or serological evidence of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis B, and poliomyelitis.

9 The certificate must be signed by the health practitioner who administered the immunization. (10 NYCRR ). Contraindication - Any medical condition or circumstance as determined by a physician licensed to practice in new york State , certifying that an individual's health history or current health status would make it detrimental to immunize the individual with a particular vaccine(s). Cumulative Health Record (CHR) - Health record maintained by a pre K-12 school, and is considered part of the educational record. Diagnosed Disease Verification of history of varicella diagnosed by a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. Entering school, new entrants, and transferring student - Any student entering or being admitted to a district or school for the first time, irrespective of the age of the student or the grade level entered, including students who transfer from one school district to another. Exclusion - The process whereby students are not permitted to attend school due to not meeting the immunization requirements as determined by school principal, teacher, owner, or person in charge of the school.

10 This includes the exclusion of susceptible students in the event of a vaccine preventable disease outbreak as ordered by the Commissioner of Health or his/her designee. Fully immunized - Any student who has had all of the doses of each of the vaccines for their age as currently required in 10 NYCRR (f). Health practitioner - person authorized by law to administer an immunization to a child under 18. This includes a physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, nurse- midwife caring for a pregnant student, registered professional nurse (RN), and licensed practical nurse (LPN) under the direction of an RN.[10 NYCRR (e)]. NYSED Immunization Guidelines for Schools Last Updated May 2014. Page 2. Immunity- For measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and all 3 serotypes of poliomyelitis found in the polio vaccines [polio virus type 1 (PV1), type 2 (PV2), and type 3 (PV3)], a child has had a positive serologic test, as defined in 10 NYCRR (h).


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