The Immunization of School Pupils Act 1982 indicates that the Medical Officer of Health must have a complete Immunization Record on every child who attends school. The Act requires pupils up to 18 years of age to provide proof of up to date immunization against the six designated diseases: diptheria, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps and rubella, or a statement of exemption which may be granted only for medical reasons or religious or conscientious objection. Since September 1992, the Wellington-Dufferin-Geulph Health Unit has suspended from school, any student who has failed to comply with this law. The parents of the students involved will be given a letter from the Health Unit. Your immediate cooperation will avoid the suspension of your child.

The school staff is not permitted to administer medication to students without prior completion of a consent form. The consent form obtained through the school office indicates the doctor’s directions and, of course, gives your approval for the Principal or designate to administer the drugs. The medication must be stored in the office.

In cases of communicable diseases, students have to remain at home for the entire period of isolation as outlined by the Medical Officer of Health.