NURSE'S
CORNER
Dear
Parents,
New
York State Education Law stipulates that all athletes must have an
annual medical examination either at McQuaid or at your own
physician’s office. Prior to the start of each new sports season, the student
must individually see the nurse for clearance. A signed athletic "triplicate"
form is to be
submitted only to the nurse. Coaches will not accept forms
from student or parent. It is the parent’s responsibility to keep track
of this and the student’s responsibility to come and check with the nurse if he
is not sure of dates. In addition, if your son has had an injury or had surgery
since his last sport clearance, we need written clearance from the doctor for
him to participate in a subsequent sport.
The following process will
be used:
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Annual Physicals are conducted at school 3 times a year
(August, November & February). An
appointment is to be made one week prior to the days published in November.
and February. No appointement
necessary in August. Signs are posted
and announcements made regarding these dates.
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A
signed triplicate athletic form is to be in the nurse’s office two weeks
prior to the first day of practice. A health history and review are
necessary on each student to clear or disqualify an athlete to play.
Coaches will not allow students on the field without the
certification clearance from the nurse.We
respectfully ask your support in this process. The nurse-student ratio at
McQuaid makes it impossible to track pending expired physicals. Your cooperation
will assure a smooth medical clearance process each season. Please remember a
new McQuaid sports "triplicate" form is required for each
season and each sport played. If standards
are not enforced, we are at risk of losing sight of the real value of our
athletice program and of the participation by our young men.
Your assistance is appreciated.
Joan Carpenter, R.N.,B.S.N.
Connie
Murray, R.N.,B.S.
Pat
McDonnell, R.N., M.S.N.
David
Spiehler, Athletic Director CLICK HERE for
physical examination requirements.
CLICK HERE for
requirements for participation in a sport. | 
