District Nurse
262-394-4410
bbyrom@bigfoot.k12.wi.us
Health Services
Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile with Open Arms Free Clinic
Open Arms Free Clinic partners with Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile to offer free dental services to all students in our district, regardless of insurance status and at no charge to families. Dental professionals come to our school twice a year to preform these services during the school day.
To register your student for this amazing opportunity, register them at the link below:
Physical and Dental Exams
Freshmen and new transfer students are required to provide documentation of physical and dental exam prior to enrolling at Big Foot High School. These forms should be filled out by the physician and returned to school prior to the first day.
Immunizations
Wisconsin Law requires that all students have a record of their immunizations (or a signed waiver) at school by the start of the school year.
Student Immunization Record (English)
Immunization Requirements have changed for the 2024-2025 school year. In addition to the previously required immunizations, the State of Wisconsin has added the following:
1 MenACWY-containing vaccine at seventh grade
For entry to 12th grade: 1 MenACWY-containing booster (2nd dose)
Medication Administration
Students can have prescription and non-prescription medication at school when it is kept in the health office (emergency medication may be self-carried with prior authorization) and a medication administration form is filled out. Over-the-counter medications can be signed by the parent/guardian. Prescription medications must have a physician's signature. Medications must be brought to the health office in their original bottle with proper labeling. Medication Administration Forms are valid for the current school year only.
Medical Conditions
If your student has any medical condition that may interfere with their academic experience, such as:
Diabetes
Seizure Disorder
Severe allergies that require an Epi-Pen
Asthma
Any condition that requires a health procedure to be performed during the school day
Any condition that could result in a health crisis requiring emergency response
Please email bbyrom@bigfoot.k12.wi.us or call 262-394-4410 prior to the school year starting.
Concussions
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that affects the way the brain works and can lead to symptoms such as headaches, dizziness and confusion. Symptoms usually go away within a few days to a month with rest and gradual return to school and regular activities. BFHS utilizes a 5-zone concussion restriction protocol based on assessment findings completed by a physician or the athletic trainer. Students who suffer from a concussion should notify the school as soon as possible.
Health Office Staff
Brooke Byrom
Sue Pruessing
Health Aide
262-394-4421
smpruessing@bigfoot.k12.wi.us