Health Services
Welcome To Uplift Health Services
Thank you for visiting Uplift Health Services. It is our goal to insure the health and well-being of all Uplift scholars while attending school. On this page you will find links to health-related forms, resources and information for all health-related issues.
Immunization/Vaccine Requirements
The State of Texas requires students entering Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 7th grade to be up to date on their immunizations. Having accurate records on file helps us ensure a safe and healthy environment for all students from the very first day of school.
What Immunizations Are Required?
Visit the link below to see what immunizations are required before entering Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 7th grade, or view our handy reference graphic below.
Immunization Requirements for K-12 (English and Spanish)
Recommended vaccines:
- Seasonal Influenza (Flu) every year
- Second Varicella (chickenpox) at 4 years old
- HPV 2-3 doses
What is a Valid Immunization Record?
A valid immunization record will be required for enrolling in school. A valid immunization record must contain the following:
- Name of healthcare provider or clinic
- Your child’s full name and birth date
- Immunization names along with dates given
All records are reviewed by our Health Services staff. If any updates are needed, we will contact you directly with clear next steps, so everything is ready before the first day of school. If you have any questions, contact your school’s nurse.
Where to Get Immunizations
Private insurance or CHIP plans, please call your primary care physician or a physician on your plan to schedule an appointment.
Texas Vaccines for Children Program
Clients eligible to receive (TVFC) immunizations at Dallas County Health and Human Services are:
- Medicaid eligible
- Uninsured: A child who has no health insurance coverage
- American Indian or Alaskan Native
- Enrolled in CHIP
- Underinsured*
*A child who has commercial (private) health insurance, but coverage does not include vaccines; a child whose insurance covers only selected vaccines (TVFC-eligible for non-covered vaccines only).
Phone: (214) 819-2163 or (214) 819-2176 – please call to schedule an appointment.
Click the buttons below to find vaccine clinic locations. At most locations, walk-ins are welcome.
Email updated vaccination records to nurse@uplifteducation.org
Exemption from Immunization Requirements
- Chapter §97.62 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) describes the conditions under which individuals can seek exemptions from Texas immunization requirements. Exclusions from compliance are allowable on an individual basis for medical contraindications, reasons of conscience, including a religious belief, and active duty with the armed forces of the United States.
- For more information on Texas law, access: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunize/school/Exemption-Information—School-Immunizations/
- Conscientious Exemption: A student may not be enrolled in school until the original, notarized affidavit is presented to the school nurse. Request the forms as early as possible to allow time for them to be mailed to you and completed before school starts. The school cannot accept copies of the form; therefore, be sure to request as many original forms as you need to provide to daycares, camps, or any outside activities. To request the required Affidavit from the Department of State Health Services in Austin, Texas, please access the link above and contact the state department for any questions.
Acanthosis Nigricans
https://www.childrens.com/specialties-services/conditions/acanthosis-nigricans
Acanthosis nigricans – Children’s Health
Acanthosis nigricans is characterized by brownish darkening and velvety thickening of skin creases, most commonly in the armpits, neck, groin, knuckles, elbows and knees.
Head Lice Facts
Head Lice Fact Sheet English
Head Lice Fact Sheet Spanish
Head Lice Publication English
Head Lice Publication SpanishHead Lice 101
CDC Head Lice Treatment General Guidelines – English
CDC Head Lice Treatment General Guidelines – Spanish
Flu Information
www.TexasFlu.org for more information on the flu and the flu vaccine.
Bacterial Meningitis
Click below to learn more about Bacterial Meningitis:
Bacterial Meningitis English
Bacterial Meningitis Spanish
MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus)
Click here to learn more about MRSA:
Weather Guidelines
Part of daily routine in schools is to monitor the weather in order to plan for student’s playtime, field trips and educational activities. The guidelines discussed below are based on the National Weather Service and will provide information to teachers and staff as they plan for educational and recreational activities throughout the school day.
Health Service staff will send out daily Ozone Alerts via Email to include:
- Heat Injury Guidelines
- Ozone Guidelines
- Lightning Guidelines
- Cold Weather Guidelines
Telehealth Brings Medical Services to Schools
Uplift Education partners with the Children’s Hospital of Dallas to offer students on-campus medical services from a doctor or nurse practitioner using video technology.
To enroll for Telehealth, visit the Children’s Hospital website.
All Uplift Education schools participate in the Telehealth program.