Health Services

In the Health Office, our purpose is to promote health and safety for all students, to care for students experiencing illness or injury, and to help create an environment that supports student achievement, health, and well-being.

We are available any time to assist you and your student with any health-related questions or concerns. Please see below for some commonly asked about topics. 

Immunizations Needed for School

In order to attend class in Minneapolis Public Schools, students must show that they have had the required immunizations or that they are exempt. To enroll in Early Childhood Programs, students must have received the following immunizations:

• Hepatitis A and B
• DTaP/DT
• Polio
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
• Hib
• Pneumococcal
• Varicella (chickenpox)

For more information about Minnesota’s Immunization Law, visit the Minnesota Department of Health website.

Taking Medicine in School

It is recommended that medication be given at home whenever possible. If medication must be administered during the school day or self-carried by the student, families must follow the Minneapolis Public Schools school medication policy. 

MPS Health Services

Food Allergies

If your child has a food allergy, it is important to fill out the Special Diet Form. The Special Diet form is to be filled out and signed by a medical provider. The form tells us exactly what food the student is allergic to and clarify what food should/ shouldn't be served to the student. The health office communicates with the culinary team on the plan and shares the special diet form with them to accommodate for the student needs. Also, the Licensed school nurse makes an emergency health plan for the student and shares it with the student's teacher and staff members who work closely with the student . If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call the Health Office. 

MPS Culinary & Wellness Services