Health Services

Health Conditions Students with Asthma, Seizures, Diabetes, Chronic Headaches, or who experience Anaphylaxis benefit from the use of a standardized health care plan.  We encourage the use of these standardized plans and orders:

• Colorado Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan and Medication Orders
• Colorado Asthma Care Plan and Medication Orders
• Diabetes Health Care Plan 
• Colorado Seizure Action Plan and Medication Orders
• Colorado Children's Hospital Headache Action Plan and Orders

Medications 

Students may receive medications at school according to BVSD policy.  However, all prescription and non-prescription medications must be maintained in the health office and administered by a trained staff member.  All medications must be delivered to the health office and be accompanied by a completed authorization form signed by a health care provider.

• BVSD Medication Administration Authorization
• BVSD Autorización de administración de medicamentos

EXCEPTION: A student who requires the use of emergency rescue medications may be allowed to self-carry.  Your health care provider can give permission for your student to self-carry on the medication authorization form.

Athletic Preparticipation Physical Evaluations

Students participating in athletics are required to have a preparticipation physical evaluation every 365 days.  Use of the Colorado High School Activities Association Preparticipation Physical Evaluation form is strongly recommended.

If your student has food allergies, celiac disease or requires nutritional information for a health condition please notify your school nurse so they can ensure your student is safe during the school day.  

For additional guidance on food and other allergy considerations in the school setting, you can refer to the BVSD Allergy Handbook.

For details on nutrition and allergen information on food and meals provided by BVSD, see the School Food Project's Nutrition and Allergens website.

Vision and Hearing Screening

In accordance with state guidelines, students are screened at selected grade levels and by teacher referral for vision and hearing. Appropriate referrals are then made to the parent/guardian. 

Vision and hearing screenings are conducted in the schools in the fall for the following grades: PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9 and all students new to the district.

To reach the Audiology team call: 720.561.5078 or 720.561.5267 for help in Spanish

Dental Screenings

Dental care in early childhood is essential to promote familiarity with professional dental services, prevent dental decay and connect children and parents to regular dental resources in their community. Clinica Family Health and Boulder Valley School District have partnered to provide low to no cost school-based dental screenings, sealants, fluoride treatments, education, and case management services to prevent and treat dental cavities. The program is currently in a pilot phase and is not in every elementary school yet.  We are planning for expansion in the coming years. 

In addition to the school-based dental program, financial support is available to assist with the cost of dental services for students who are eligible.  For additional information contact the School Medicaid Program office at:  720.561.5571 

Physicals

BVSD recommends that all students follow the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines to maintain optimal health, including physicals and screenings; and that all those new to the area receive a physical examination and establish care with a local healthcare provider.  

Required Exams:

• A physical exam is required for enrollment in the preschool program.   
• A preparticipation physical evaluation is also required every 365 days for students participating in athletics. Use of the CHSAA PPE form is strongly recommended.

The Medicaid School Health Program supports the Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) by funding health services provided to students enrolled in Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid Program).  Services provided include nursing, behavioral health, orientation and mobility, speech, language, hearing, vision, occupational therapy, physical therapy, care management and specialized transportation. 

The funding received enables BVSD to deliver health services to all students in the district based upon priorities determined through a community needs assessment and Local Services Plan.  The BVSD 2024-2029 Local Services Plan includes the following goals:

1. Increase mental health services and supports for students

2. Increase access to healthcare services for students with medical needs and disabilities.

3. Improve the health, wellness, and safety of students and staff in the district.

4. Assist BVSD families to find and access community resources including outreach for health insurance.

Medicaid School Program brochure - Eng / Esp

For more information, contact:

Kristina Hyde at:  kristina.hyde@bvsd.org or 720-561-5571, or Maggie Ocampo at maggie.ocampo@bvsd.org or 720-561-5474 

We are excited that you are taking steps to learn about insurance options for your family!  Local certified application assistance sites can assist you in applying for Health First Colorado (Medicaid), Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), or medical discount programs - whichever you are eligible for. You can apply for these programs at any time of the year.  Boulder County Health Coverage Enrollment Center - Call 303-441-4530 (leave a message) or email HealthCoverage@BoulderCounty.org. 

Clinica Family Health & Wellness - Call 303-650-4460 to schedule an enrollment appointment.

Health First Colorado

Medicaid in Colorado is known as Health First Colorado.  This program provides free or low-cost health insurance for Coloradans who qualify. Children, pregnant women, persons with disabilities and low income families or adults and the elderly can all potentially qualify for this public health insurance.  

Starting January 1, 2025, a new law called “Cover All Coloradans” helps children and pregnant people get health coverage, no matter what their immigration status is. 

Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)

CHP+ is a low-cost public health insurance for Colorado’s uninsured children and pregnant women who earn too much to qualify for Medicaid, but cannot afford private health insurance.  

The Health First Colorado Buy-In Program for Children with Disabilities

The Medicaid Buy-In Program for Children with Disabilities is a medical assistance program that provides Medicaid benefits for children who are under age 19, have a qualifying disability and whose family income meets state guidelines. 

Connect for Health Colorado

Connect for Health Colorado is Colorado's health insurance marketplace.  The marketplace helps individuals, families and small employers across Colorado purchase health insurance and get financial help to reduce monthly health insurance costs.  Connect for Health Colorado is the only official place where Coloradans can apply for Premium Tax Credits and Cost-Sharing Reductions to help pay for private insurance coverage.  

OmniSalud allows people living in Colorado without documentation or who have DACA status to purchase Colorado Option Plans through Connect for Health Colorado. Enrollment is capped at 10,000 enrollees per year. 

To apply for and manage benefits online, visit Colorado PEAK. 

Please reach out to any of our Health Services staff to help you with questions or concerns about your student's health needs.  We know, Healthy Students are Better Learners!

BVSD Health Services Staffing Directory