Vision & Hearing

The Special Senses and Communication Disorders Act became effective in 1984. GISD adheres to the mandate. Grades mandated for vision and hearing screening are Head Start, Pre K, K 1^st, 3^rd, 5^th, and 7^th grades. New students who enter GISD will be screened within 120 days of enrollment. Also, screening will be done upon teacher/parent request.

Scoliosis Screening

State law requires female students to be screened for scoliosis fall of 5th and 7th grade; boys fall of 8th grade.  School nurses will follow the Department of State Health Services guidelines for the screening.

Acanthosis Nigricans

Acanthosis Nigricans screening is required for 1^st, 3^rd, 5^th, and 7^th grades.  This screenings is done by looking at the back of the students neck.

Acanthosis Nigricans is a light-brown to black, velvety, rough or thickened lesion on the surface of the skin. It is usually found around the neck, axillae and over the knuckles. Acanthosis Nigricans can be a primary marker that may signal high insulin levels, which can lead to insulin resistance and may develop into type 2 diabetes.

*Referrals will be made when appropriate with adequate follow-up to document student’s who receive medical evaluation and/or treatment.