Public Health Nurses serve New Haven’s culturally diverse urban community by promoting and encouraging a healthy lifestyle for its residents. They run the Health and Wellness Center, lead community health programs, and work inside New Haven Public Schools.
Parents and caregivers of Pre-K 3 & 4-year-olds:
All students should have received a seasonal flu vaccine by December 31, 2023.
Student immunization records and Cumulative Health Records (CHR) are available upon request to students who go to or have graduated from New Haven Public Schools. Requests must be submitted using this form.
Any completed forms we receive will be processed within 7-10 business days.
Health information for school entry is based on state statutes and must be verified by a pediatrician (MD), advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), or Physician Assistant (PA) licensed to practice in Connecticut.
1. Physical exams/health assessments are required for students:
Upload a current Physical Exam (PE)/Health Assessment Record form here or provide a printed copy to your school nurse or to the NHV Health Department at 424 Chapel St, New Haven CT 06511.
NOTE: if the exam takes place at a School Health Center, this form is not required.
2. Required Immunizations – Check this guide for required immunizations for students in Preschool through High School.
NOTE: CT State law no longer allows for Religious Exemptions for childhood immunization requirements for schools.
School Attendance Guidelines get updated based on latest medical advice.
It is important to notify your school nurse if your child has a food allergy, diabetes, asthma, other medical condition, or if ANY medication is needed during school hours. Specific forms may be required.
For children who need to take medications during school hours