07/15/2026
Before the first day of school arrives, make sure your child is ready for a healthy and successful school year!
✅ Schedule a Well-Child Check
- Annual physical exam
- Growth and development assessment
- Review of medical history and medications
- Opportunity to discuss any concerns with your child's healthcare provider
✅ Update Vaccinations
- Ensure your child is up to date on all required school immunizations
- Ask about recommended vaccines, including flu and other age-appropriate immunizations
✅ Get a Sports Physical
- Required for all Jr. High/High School sports and Cougar Football participants
- Best completed before practices and tryouts begin
✅ Update Medications & Action Plans
- Refill prescription medications
- Provide the school with necessary medications (inhalers, EpiPens, etc.)
- Update asthma, allergy, diabetes, or seizure action plans
✅ Schedule Dental Checkups
- Prevent cavities and address dental concerns before school starts
✅ Schedule Vision & Hearing Screenings
- Difficulty seeing or hearing can impact learning and classroom performance
✅ Prioritize Healthy Sleep Habits
- Begin adjusting bedtimes 1–2 weeks before school starts
- Aim for age-appropriate sleep each night
✅ Review Nutrition & Hydration
- Plan healthy breakfasts and lunches
- Encourage water intake throughout the day
✅ Complete School Forms
- Emergency contacts
- Medication authorization forms
- Sports participation paperwork
📅 Don't wait until the last minute! Summer appointments fill up quickly. Schedule your child's well visit, sports physical, and vaccinations now so they're ready to start the school year healthy and prepared. Call us at 785-677-3930 to schedule!
