Outline of the state of Washington
State
Washington
Required

Category
Preventive Health Screenings in MS

Category
Preventive Health Screenings in MS

State law requires a health screening prior to entry (which may or may not specifically include vision, hearing, dental, or BMI exams).

WAC 246-760-020

(1) A school shall conduct auditory and distance vision and near vision acuity screening of children:

  • (a) In kindergarten and grades one, two, three, five, and seven; and
  • (b) Showing symptoms of possible loss in auditory or visual acuity and who are referred to the district by parents, guardians, school staff, or student self-report.
Policy Type
Regulation