Health & Wellness

Immunizations

St. Joseph Catholic School in Tucson enforces strict immunization guidelines as outlined in the official Parent/Student Handbook, mandating full compliance with Arizona law (AAC Title 9, Chapter 6, Article 7 regarding Vaccine Preventable Diseases). 

No child may attend classes unless a valid certificate of immunization is presented to the school.

Immunization Guidelines

• Parents must provide official, updated immunization records (matching Arizona K-12 requirements) during the enrollment and registration process.

• In accordance with the school's medical guidelines, a completed mandatory Health Services Registration Form must be kept on file.

• Per standard Diocesan rules, failure to adhere to the school's specific medical and handbook regulations can result in disciplinary action or administrative exclusion from campus.

Medication Policy & Procedures

St. Joseph Catholic School is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for students who require medication during the school day. Please follow the guidelines below for all medications administered at school.

Required Medication Documentation

• A completed Parent’s Consent for Giving Medication form must accompany every medication.

• Parents must complete a separate consent form for each medication for each child.

• A medical order is also required. This may be:

  • A written order from the child’s medical provider, or

  • A prescription label.

• The medical order may be delivered by a parent or faxed directly from the doctor’s office to the Health Office at 520-747-2024.

Medication Containers and Storage

• All medications must be brought to school in their original, labeled container with the student’s name clearly indicated.

• Loose pills or medications in baggies, envelopes, or other containers will not be administered.

• Students are not permitted to carry medications with them at school.

• A responsible adult must deliver all medications to the Health Office.

• Medications will be stored securely in a locked cabinet or refrigerator, as appropriate.

Changes to Medication

If there is a change in the dose or frequency of a daily medication administered at school, the Health Aide must be notified in writing.

Plan Ahead

A little preparation can make it easier to manage your child’s medication needs at school:

• Dental work or braces: If your child has or will have braces or dental work, ask the dentist to provide a medical order for any pain medication that may be needed at school.

• Colds or allergies: If your child has seasonal allergies or is prone to colds, ask the doctor to provide orders for medications your child may need during the school day.

• Prescriptions: When filling a prescription, ask the pharmacist for a separate labeled container for school, if needed.

• Medication samples: If your doctor provides a sample medication for use at school, including an inhaler, ask the doctor to provide a written medical order to accompany the medication.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and consistent medication process for all students.

Wellness Policy

The Diocese of Tucson Catholic Schools maintain a Local Wellness Policy overseen by the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) and a Coordinated School Health Officer. The policy aligns with state health standards to promote student physical, mental, and social-emotional well-being across regional campuses.

St. Joseph Catholic School enforces a strict smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free environment.

Questions? 

Contact: Alejandrina Rodriguez, Health Officer
520-747-3100
arodriguez@stjosephtucsonaz.org