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Ottumwa Community School District

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Student Health and Safety

Student Health and Safety Information

The district provides a variety of health and safety services for students and families. We also partner with community resources, when appropriate, to assist students and families with a variety of needs. Educational programs are offered at every grade level to provide information and support.

If you have a safety concern or would like to report a potential safety issue, please contact the Ottumwa Schools Safety Team at safety@ottumwaschools.com.

Important Information

Standard Response Protocol

The Standard Response Protocol (SRP) is based on an all-hazards approach to keeping students and staff safe during an incident.

Safe + Sound Iowa

An anonymous reporting system that helps prevent school violence by quickly collecting, vetting, and sharing tips with the right contacts.

Common Childhood Illnesses and Exclusion Criteria

Iowa Department of Public Health

Immunization Information

Iowa Student Immunization, Physicals, and Screening Requirements

School Dental Screening Requirement

Iowa law requires all children newly enrolling in kindergarten and ninth grade to submit a Certificate of Dental Screening to their school.

IHCC Dental Clinic

Indian Hills Community College Dental Hygiene

Frequently Asked Questions about Safety

Emergency procedures and drills information, including parent communications.

Measles Frequently Asked Questions

Measles is one of the most contagious of all infectious diseases, infecting 9 out of 10 susceptible persons with close contact to a case.

Allergy Procedures

If your child has a food allergy, please notify your school as soon as possible with a physician's documentation, so we can create a safe and effective plan for your student.

Complaint Form

Anti-Bullying/Anti-Harassment/Anti-Discrimination Complaint Form