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Welcome to the APS Health Services Department
Health Services provides coordinated school-based nursing services and district health initiatives to ensure the delivery of quality individualized support for students. A comprehensive health services approach provides support to enhance educational achievement by improving and protecting the health status of students through disease prevention, early detection, and removal or mitigation of health-related barriers to learning.
Navigate through Our Health Site
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About School Health Services
Learn how APS School Health Services promotes academic success and well-being through expert care, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to the Whole Child approach.
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Student Health Forms
Access the medical, dietary, and health screening forms needed to ensure your student receives the care, accommodations, and services they need to thrive during the school day.
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School Immunization Requirements
APS follows Georgia state law to ensure all students meet immunization requirements for school attendance. Learn what forms are needed, when vaccines are required, and how to stay up to date.
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Keeping Illness Out of the Classroom: COVID, Flu, and More
Explore APS guidelines for when to keep your child home due to illness—including COVID-19, flu, and other communicable diseases—to help protect student health and prevent the spread in our schools.
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Health Partners and Resources
APS partners with trusted organizations to expand access to medical, vision, dental, and emergency services—ensuring students receive the support they need to stay healthy and thrive in school.
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Weather and Environmental Advisories: Outdoor Safety
From cold snaps and heat waves to high pollen days, APS offers guidance to help schools and families make informed decisions that keep students safe, healthy, and active outdoors.
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Chronic Conditions that Impact Our Students
APS works closely with families to support students living with asthma, diabetes, seizures, and other chronic illnesses—ensuring every child stays healthy, engaged, and ready to learn.
Updates + Alerts
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Where to Get Student Health Services This Summer - May 2025
Find upcoming opportunities for student immunizations, physicals, and more—happening at APS schools and in the community—to start the school year healthy and prepared. Check back often for updated dates and locations!
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Georgia Department of Public Health Confirms Fourth Measles Case in Georgia - May 2025
Learn how measles spreads, what symptoms to watch for, and why the MMR vaccine remains the best protection.
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Vaccines Required for School: What Families Need to Know - August 2025
All students attending schools in Georgia must have a 3231 Immunization Form or 2208 Form on File. Click here to see the vaccination requirements for your student.