Health Services
East Carter Health Services
“Students must be healthy to be educated and educated to be healthy.”
The Health Services Department strengthens and facilitates the educational process by identifying, modifying or re-mediating health-related barriers to learning. This includes appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation management and/or referral activities; serves as a direct link between physicians, families and community agencies to assure access and continuity of health care of students; and provides relevant instruction, counseling, and guidance to students, parents, staff and others concerning health related issues.
Important Information
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East Carter R-II School Health Plan
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Sports Physical Form
In order to participate in a school sport, our office must have a valid sports physical form on file. Physicals are good for two years.
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Stop the Bleed
In compliance with Missouri SB 68, our district has adopted new protocols to increase preparedness for medical emergencies.
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Health Inventory Form
Having a comprehensive health history on each student better prepares us to care for our students. A health inventory must be completed annually.
Health Forms
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.pdf2026-04-24Seizures Fillable EAP
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.pdf2026-04-24Asthma Fillable EAP
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.pdf2026-04-24Diabetes Fillable EAP
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.pdf2026-04-24Anaphylaxis Fillable EAP
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.pdf2026-04-24Health Condition Fillable EAP
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.pdf2025-07-19Meal Modifications - Physician Note
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.pdf2025-07-19Employee Accident Report Form
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.pdf2025-07-19Employee Medical Condition Notification Form
Stop the Bleed
Our district is committed to providing a safe and prepared learning environment for all students, staff, and visitors. Missouri’s Senate Bill 68 was recently passed, which establishes the “Stop the Bleed Act” and requires school districts to adopt a traumatic blood loss response protocol, place bleeding control kits in high-traffic areas, and ensure staff receive ongoing training in bleeding emergency response. These requirements are designed to ensure that schools are prepared to respond immediately when serious injuries occur and that lifesaving equipment is readily accessible.
In accordance with this legislation, Stop the Bleed kits are being placed in high-traffic areas throughout our schools and facilities, including spaces such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, and athletic venues. Staff members are also receiving training aligned with the American College of Surgeons Stop the Bleed initiative, which equips individuals with the skills to control severe bleeding and act as immediate responders until professional help arrives.
By integrating these practices into our daily operations, our district is strengthening emergency preparedness and building the capacity of our staff to respond confidently in critical situations. Through education, accessible equipment, and compliance with state law, we are taking proactive steps to protect the health, safety, and well-being of our entire school community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some FAQ’s for our office that you can quickly reference if needed.
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Current MSHSAA physicals are good for two years after completion. Once the physical has expired, the student will not be allowed to participate in practices or games until we have a new physical evaluation form on file in the Health Office.
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We must have documentation from a provider if the student has an allergy that requires modifications to meals.
- You can find the Meal Modifications Form under the ‘Health Forms’ tab above.
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- Encourage proper hand hygiene. Washing the hands for 20 seconds with warm water and soap is the #1 way to prevent the spread of germs.
- Go over proper coughing/sneezing etiquette with your child. Instruct them to cough or sneeze into their inner elbow or a kleenex and then wash their hands thoroughly.
- Stay up to date with Missouri’s recommended immunization schedule.
- Eat three well-balanced meals a day.
- Stay hydrated by drinking water.
- Get adequate sleep every night.
- Limit screen time.
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A student must remain home from school until:
- They are fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications, like tylenol and ibuprofen.
- Have had 24 hours of antibiotics if they have had strep.
- Have had 24 hours of antibiotic eye drops if they have had pink eye.
- They have had no vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours.
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Always ensure any medical diagnoses are listed on the annual Health Inventory Form. Medical documentation will be required by the Health Office on your child’s chronic health condition. If this condition, such as Type 1 Diabetes, Seizures, Anaphylaxis, or Asthma, requires an emergency action plan (EAP) there must be one on file. Please see the below links for these forms and take one to your doctor to complete.
- Please see the Fillable Emergency Action Plans above under the ‘Health Forms’ tab. If one of these applies to your student, take the form to their doctor and have them complete the form.
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If your child has a daily medication that will need to be administered during school hours by the Health Office, a parent/guardian MUST bring the medication to our office and fill out the medication form. The medication must be brought in the original container with the pharmacy label attached.
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No. Never send a medication to school/on the bus with a student. All medication must be brought to the Health Office by a parent/guardian. A student is never allowed to have medication in their possession while on campus unless we have a written order from a doctor permitting so.
Shelby Halcumb, RN
Kristie Orchard, Health Clerk
Tuesday – Friday
Office Opens: 7:15 AM
Office Closes: 4:00 PM
Elementary: Kacie Kendrick
Middle School: Corey Jameson
High School: Matt Stahl
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Shelby Halcumb, RN
Kristie Orchard, Health Clerk
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Tuesday – Friday
Office Opens: 7:15 AM
Office Closes: 4:00 PM
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Elementary: Kacie Kendrick
Middle School: Corey Jameson
High School: Matt Stahl