School Health
Our school nurse, Kristen Truax, is dedicated to caring for our students. She manages health records, conducts health screenings, and ensures students receive the support they need.
If your child has a chronic health condition—such as asthma, Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, severe allergies, or sickle cell anemia—please inform the school nurse so the necessary documentation can be completed.
You can find the required health forms for Pennwood Cyber Charter School below.
School Health Requirements
All Pennwood students are required to complete annual health screenings in accordance with Pennsylvania state mandates. These screenings can be conducted by your private physician anytime after July 1st and submitted to the school nurse. If not completed privately, they will be scheduled throughout the school year with the school nurse.
For grade-specific requirements, please refer to the Mandated Health Services document.
Act 117
On October 29, 2024, Act 117 was signed into law in Pennsylvania. This law, which is effective December 29, 2024, added section 1414.12, related Type 1 Diabetes Education Parental Notification to the Public School Code. Act 117 enables the Department of Health (DOH) to develop informational materials for parents and guardians about Type 1 Diabetes. Under Act 117, the informational materials must be updated periodically as necessary and must be made available on DOH’s public website.
Contact
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
(410) 357 - 1306