Physical Examination

Each student entering school must have documentation of a physical exam done within one year prior to the date of entrance to school. This must be on a form provided for this purpose. The doctor must note what, if any, modifications are required for full participation in the school program.

Immunizations

The following are the required immunizations for school attendance (N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2 and 8:57-4). A copy of your child’s most recent immunization record OR a copy of a Religious Exemption signed and dated must be submitted BEFORE AUGUST 30, 2023, in order for your child to be admitted into the school.

Preschool

• DPT: a minimum of 4 doses
• POLIO: a minimum of 3 doses
• MMR: One dose given on or after 1st birthday
• VARICELLA: One dose given on or after 1st birthday OR written documentation of having had chicken pox from a physician or lab evidence of immunity is acceptable
• HEPATITIS B: 3 doses
• PNEUMOCOCCAL (PCV): One dose given on or after 1 st birthday
• HIB: One dose given on or after 1 st birthday
• Influenza (FLU): One dose between September 1-December 31 of each year for ages 6-59 months.
  • Students who do not receive the flu vaccine, or have documentation for non-vaccination, by December 31 will be excluded from school until proof of vaccination is received.

Kindergarten Immunization Requirements

• DPT: a minimum of 4 doses. One dose must be after the 4th birthday or any 5 doses
• POLIO: a minimum of 3 doses. One dose must be after the 4th birthday or any 4 doses
• MMR: 2 doses with first dose on or after 1st birthday, lab evidence of immunity is acceptable
• VARICELLA: One dose on or after 1st birthday or written documentation of having chicken pox from a physician or lab evidence of immunity is acceptable
• HEPATITIS B: 3 doses