School Health Services
Flu Shot Availability
Why are yearly flu shots important? Flu shots reduce the risk of illness – so your child can stay in school, and you don't have to miss work – and lessen the severity if your child does get sick. Costs: Flu vaccines are covered by most private insurances and Medicaid, and there is no cost for those who are uninsured. Check with your insurance provider to confirm vaccine administration is a covered service at school. Requirements: See your school clinic nurse for a consent form. Bring the completed form to your school clinic one week before your appointment.
Akron Children's brings pediatric care directly to your child's school. We offer two levels of service: basic school health support in over 200 schools, and comprehensive health centers in select locations where students can see nurse practitioners for sick visits, well-child checkups, and sports physicals—all without leaving campus.
School Health Services School-based Healthcare
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Department: 330-543-7242
About School Health Services
Nursing Care Where Your Child Learns
Akron Children's School Health Services is dedicated to supporting the academic success of all children and youth through health promotion, education, and child advocacy. We help students stay healthy, in school, and ready to learn.
Available in 44 school districts across 11 counties
Akron Children's School Health Services provides nursing staff in schools throughout Northeast Ohio. Our school nurses are in your child's school every day, providing the daily nursing needs of students during the school day.
What Our School Nurses Do
Our dedicated nursing staff are in your child's school every day, providing:
- Care for injuries and illnesses during the school day
- Medication management and administration
- Chronic disease management
- Vision and hearing screenings
- Health education and immunization compliance support
Our Impact
92% of students return to class the same day after visiting the school nurse, helping them stay in school and keeping parents at work.
Immunization Services
Our traveling immunization team administers recommended childhood immunizations and yearly seasonal flu vaccines in school during the school day. This service is available in all schools where Akron Children's provides school nursing or school-based health services.
At our School-Based Health Centers, students have access to comprehensive primary care services with nurse practitioners available for well visits, sports physicals, immunizations, and treatment of acute illnesses - all delivered in a private, comfortable space at school.
How to Access Services
For treatment of minor illnesses during the school day: Your child's school nurse will contact you if they recommend a visit with our nurse practitioner. Be sure to have a signed consent form on file.
For well-child visits, sports physicals, or immunizations: Call 330-543-7242 to schedule an appointment at your child's school.
New to our services? Download and complete the consent form, then return it to your child's school nurse. This one-time consent allows our providers to treat your child when needed throughout the school year.
Questions? Call 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Akron
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Akron Public Schools47 North Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, East Palestine
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, East Palestine360 West Grant Street
East Palestine, Ohio 44413
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Edge Academy/Akros Middle/AkroTech High School
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Edge Academy/Akros Middle/AkroTech High School92 North Union Street
Akron, Ohio 44304
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Mantua
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Crestwood Schools11260 Bowen Rd
Mantua, Ohio 44255
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Medina
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Medina City Schools4765 Cobblestone Pkwy
Medina, Ohio 44256
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Nordonia
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Nordonia Hills City School District8200 Rushwood Lane
Sagamore Hills, Ohio 44067
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Peninsula
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Woodridge Local Schools4440 Quick Rd
Peninsula, Ohio 44264
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Sebring
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Sebring Schools506 West Virginia Ave
Sebring, Ohio 44672
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Streetsboro
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Streetsboro Schools8585 St Rt 14
Streetsboro, Ohio 44241
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Warren
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Warren City Schools2253 Atlantic St NE
Warren, Ohio 44483
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Windham
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Windham Schools9530 Bauer Ave
Windham, Ohio 44288
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Triway/Wooster
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Triway Local Schools3145 Shreve Rd
Wooster, Ohio 44691
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Wooster
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Wooster Schools515 Oldman Rd
Wooster, Ohio 44691
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
School-Based Health Care, Youngstown
Akron Children's School-Based Health Care, Mahoning Valley Community School2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
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Hours
Monday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The clinic is open during all student days.
Appointments: 330-543-7242
Accepting new patients
Accepting new patients
Accepting new patients
Accepting new patients
24,370 students
have access to School-Based Health Center primary care
265 school nursing staff
and 10 pediatric providers
5,701 School-Based Health Center visits
in 2024-2025, including well-child, telehealth, immunization and other needs
92% back-to-class rate
after visiting the school nurse
96,031 students
have access to school health services
98 schools
also have on-site or telehealth access to nurse practitioners
44 school districts, 200 schools
School Health services in 44 school districts and 200 schools across 11 counties
717,298
School Health visits in 2024-2025
2,995 vaccines administered
in 2024-2025, including 1,840 flu vaccines through our traveling immunization team
- School-based Health Visit Consent Form - Fillable
- School-based Health Visit Consent Form - Print & Mail
- School-Based Health Services Flyer
- How to Use School-Based Health Services
- School Health services by the number
- Schools with School Health and School-Based Health by county
- Sign up for elementary in-school vaccine clinic
- Sign up for middle & high in-school vaccine clinic
- When Should I Stay Home
- When Should I Stay Home - Arabic
- When Should I Stay Home - Burmese
- When Should I Stay Home - Chinese
- When Should I Stay Home - Dari
- When Should I Stay Home - Farsi
- When Should I Stay Home - Gujarati
- When Should I Stay Home - Karen
- When Should I Stay Home - Nepali
- When Should I Stay Home - Pashto
- When Should I Stay Home - Spanish
- When Should I Stay Home - Swahili
Q: What are School-Based Health Services
A: Quick, easy medical care at school. Akron Children’s school nursing staff and pediatric providers see kids and teens for private and confidential medical care at your child’s school.
Q: What are the benefits of School-Based Health Services?
A: They are:
>Convenient: you do not have to leave work or home for your child to receive medical care.
>Fast: prescriptions, if needed, are called into your preferred pharmacy.
>Informative: care plan and visit details are in MyChart (activation required) and can be mailed to your home upon request.
>Affordable: we care for any child in need. If you have private insurance or Medicaid, we bill for our services.
Q: How do I sign my child up for School-Based Health Services?
A: Complete the consent form and return it to your child’s school.
Q: What is a virtual school health visit?
A: During a virtual visit, your child is in the school nursing staff’s office and visits an Akron Children’s pediatric provider online through a computer or iPad. This is like using FaceTime on an iPhone.
Q: How do School-Based Health Services work?
A: During school hours, your child is initially evaluated by the Akron Children’s school nursing staff. If the nursing staff thinks that your child has a minor illness and would benefit from treatment by an Akron Children’s pediatric provider, they will request your permission for that to happen. Some schools also offer in-person appointments for annual well visits, sports physicals and vaccines. Appointments are required for these services. Call 330-543-7242 to schedule an appointment.
Q: Do School-Based Health Services cost money?
A: Yes, but no child is turned away due to inability to pay. We care for any child in need. If you have private insurance or Medicaid, we bill for our services. No copays or fees are collected at the school.
Q: Will my child see a pediatric provider every time they go to the school nursing staff?
A: No. Akron Children’s school nursing staff will continue to provide the same level of excellent care to your child. If the nursing staff thinks that your child has a minor illness and would benefit from treatment by an Akron Children’s pediatric provider, they will request your permission for that to happen.
Q: How will I know what took place during my child’s appointment?
A: The staff will attempt to reach you at the phone number provided on the consent form to discuss your child’s visit, any prescription information and recommended follow-up. Care plan and visit details are in MyChart (activation required) and can be mailed to your home upon request. Sign up for MyChart
Q: Will my child’s information and appointment be private?
A: Yes, appointments are held in a private room at the school. Only you, your child, the Akron Children’s pediatric provider and school nursing staff know what happens during the visit. If your child has a primary care provider, they will also receive the visit information.
Q: Does Akron Children’s need permission to provide School-Based Health Services?
A: Yes, School-Based Health Services by an Akron Children’s pediatric provider are only provided with your consent. Every child needs a parent/guardian signed consent form on file to be treated. If no signed consent is on file, a telephone consent can be obtained.
Q: Do School-Based Health Services replace my child’s primary care provider?
A: These services do not replace your child’s primary care provider. If your child doesn’t have a primary care provider, find a doctor or provider or call 330-543-7242 and the Akron Children’s School-Based Health Services team will help you find one.
Akron Children's provides school nursing services in 44 school districts across 11 counties, serving approximately 200 schools throughout Northeast Ohio. Our dedicated nursing staff are in schools every day, providing health care, managing chronic conditions, and keeping students healthy and ready to learn.
What School Nursing Services Include: Our school nurses provide daily care for injuries and illnesses, medication management, vision and hearing screenings, student health education, and immunization compliance.
Questions about services at your child's school? Contact your school nurse directly or call Akron Children's School Health Services at 330-543-7242.
Does your school have Akron Children's nursing services? Find your school district below.
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
- Crestview
- East Palestine
CRAWFORD COUNTY
- Galion
HOLMES COUNTY
- East Holmes
MAHONING COUNTY
- Canfield
- Campbell
- Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio
- Mahoning Valley Community School
- Sebring
- Springfield
- Struthers
MEDINA COUNTY
- Highland
- Medina
- Wadsworth
PORTAGE COUNTY
- Bio-Med Science Academy
- Crestwood
- Field
- James A. Garfield
- Kent
- Ravenna
- Rootstown
- Southeast Local Schools
- Streetsboro
- Windham
RICHLAND COUNTY
- Mansfield
- Ontario
STARK COUNTY
- Canton Local
- Golden Key (Canton)
- Louisville
- Marlington
- North Canton
SUMMIT COUNTY
- Akron Hoban
- Akron Public
- Akron St. V
- Copley-Fairlawn
- Coventry
- Cuyahoga Falls
- Hudson
- Mogadore
- Nordonia Hills
- Norton
- Schnee Learning Center
- SCOPE Academy (Akron)
- Stow-Munroe Falls
- Summit County Educational
- Service Center (preschools and Kids First school)
- Tallmadge
- Twinsburg
- The University of Akron
- Walsh Jesuit
- Wings of Change
- Woodridge
TRUMBULL COUNTY
- Bristol
- Girard
- Liberty
- Newton Falls
- Warren G. Harding
- Warren JFK
WASHINGTON COUNTY
- Belpre
- Marietta
WAYNE COUNTY
- Dalton
- Triway
- Wooster
Comprehensive Primary Care at School
Available in 19 school districts across 12 counties
School-Based Health Centers bring Akron Children's pediatric expertise directly into select schools. Led by our nurse practitioners and medical providers, these centers offer the same quality primary care your child would receive at a doctor's office—without leaving campus.
In addition to daily nursing care available at all schools, students at School-Based Health Center locations can see our nurse practitioners for comprehensive medical services through in-person and telehealth appointments.
Services We Provide
Primary Care Appointments
- Annual well-child checkups with recommended immunizations
- Sports, camp, school, and work physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Hearing and vision tests
- Point-of-care lab services
Treatment for Acute Illnesses: With your permission, our nurse practitioners can treat minor illnesses during the school day, including:
- Colds, flu, and fever
- Sore throats and earaches
- Cough and respiratory infections
- Pink eye
- Rashes, poison ivy, and skin conditions
- Allergy and sinus issues
- Stomachaches and headaches
Chronic Disease Management
- Asthma management and medication support
- Ongoing care for chronic conditions
- Connection to specialty care when needed
Adolescent Health Services
- Private, confidential care for teens
- Mental health support and referrals
- Education on substance use, healthy relationships, and wellness
How It Works
For Sick Visits During the School Day: Your child is first evaluated by the school nursing staff. If the nurse determines your child has a minor illness that would benefit from provider treatment, they will contact you to request permission for a visit with our nurse practitioner. The visit can happen in-person or via telehealth, depending on your child's school.
For Well Visits, Physicals, and Immunizations: These services require scheduled appointments. Call 330-543-7242 to book a convenient time.
Telehealth Technology: Many of our schools use advanced Tytocare technology for virtual visits. During a telehealth appointment, our nurse practitioner can hear your child's heart and lung sounds and examine their ears, nose, and throat—providing a thorough exam even when not physically present at the school that day.
Why Parents Choose School-Based Health Centers
- Convenient – You don't have to leave work or arrange transportation. Your child receives quality medical care without leaving school.
- Fast – Same-day treatment means less time out of class. Prescriptions are called in to your preferred pharmacy immediately.
- Connected – Care plans and visit summaries are available in MyChart and shared with your child's primary care provider to ensure coordinated care.
- Accessible – We care for every child in need. If you have private insurance or Medicaid, we bill for our services. No copays or fees are collected at school, and no child is turned away due to inability to pay.
- Private – All appointments are held in a private room at the school. Your child's health information is confidential and protected.
Getting Started: To consent to School-Based Health Services, complete the consent form and return it to your child's school. You can also call 330-543-7242 for questions or to request a form.
These services complement - not replace - your child's primary care provider. If your child doesn't have a pediatrician, we can help you find one. Our providers work collaboratively with local pediatricians and Akron Children's specialists to provide seamless, coordinated care.
Nursing Administrative Staff:
Brenda Carson, Intake Specialist, bcarson@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3619
Jodi Del Savio, Clinical Coordinator, Jdelsavio@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-0695
Regina Fillipovich, DME Manager, rfillipovich@akronchildrens.org,330-543-3499
Martha Giangiulio, Director Home Care, mgiangiulio@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-5871
Jennifer Hooker, Intake Specialist, jhooker@akronchildrens.org. 330-543-6648
Kristianna Hurford, RN Case Manager, khurford@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3064
Michelle Miragliotta, Sr. Scheduling Coordinator, mmiragliotta@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3849
Bill Ott Jr, Intake Specialist, wott@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3833
Judy Poe, Home Care Administrative Assistant, jboe@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3130
Rochelle "Marlene" Powell, Scheduler, rpowell@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-7401
Megan Smith, Hospital Coordinator, msmith5@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-5918
Lori Teleis, Clinical Nurse Manager, lteleis@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-6841
Anna Terranova, Sr. QAPI Nurse, Aterranova@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-4729
Durable Medical Equipment (DME):
Aysegul Bayrak, DME Account Specialist, abayrak@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3859
Angela Bellinski, DME Account Specialist, abellinski@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-7367
Sean Butler, DME Inventory Program Manager, sbutler@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3944
Regina Fillipovich, DME Manager, rfillipovich@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3499
Nakeithia Mingo-Bracy, DME Account Specialist, nmingo-bracy@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-5864
Aruna Pramedass, DME Account Specialist, apramedass@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-9105
Tina Rush, DME Account Specialist, trush@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-9103
Sarah Smith, DME Account Specialist, ssmith12@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-7359
Elena Thomas, Sr. DME Account Specialist, ethomas3@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-3243
Tammie Williams, DME Account Specialist, twilliams3@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-5567
Dianna Zampelli, DME Account Specialist, dzampelli@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-9066
Pharmacy:
Keith Alhage, Medication Access Coordinator, kalhage@akronchildrens.org
Andrea Carucci, Pharmacist, acarucci@akronchildrens.org,
Jon Jasko, Supervisor Home Care Pharmacy, jjasko@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-8142
Melissa Stepp, Medication Access Coordinator, mstepp@akronchildrens.org, 330-543-0304
Conditions and Treatments:
Sore throats, rashes, pink eye, stomachaches, coughs, headaches, annual well-child check-ups, sports, camp, school and work physicals, asthma management, hearing and vision tests, nutrition and safety tips, teen health, drug, alcohol and tobacco use, STDs, depression
