Screenings

VISION
Grades: K, 1, 3, 5
Purpose: To identify through mass screening any student experiencing vision difficulty and refer for medical evaluation and treatment to insure learning through sight in the classroom.

HEARING
Grades: K, 1, 3, 5
Purpose: To identify through mass screening any student with a hearing impairment as early as possible and refer for medical evaluation and treatment to minimize effects on language development and learning in the classroom.

SPINAL (SCOLIOSIS)
Grade: 5
Purpose: To identify signs of possible abnormal curves of the spine and refer for medical evaluation and treatment. Early intervention can prevent the development of a severe deformity that can affect a person's appearance and health.

ANCOTHOSIS NIGRICANS
Grades: 3, 5
Purpose: To identify light brown-black, velvety marker on the skin around the neck. These markings may be an indicator of a condition called insulin resistance, which could develop into Type 2 Diabetes. Early detection and intervention can be very important to the child's health. For more information about Acanthosis Nigricans log on to www.panam.edu/dept/tmbhco