THE MANDATED EYE EXAMINATION COMPLIANCE STATUS OF ILLINOIS SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN FOR THE 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR - Data Report

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Annual eye examination compliance data are collected from Illinois public and nonpublic schools and compiled for the 2013-2014 school year. The report addresses compliance requirements under Section 27-8.1 of the Illinois School Code, outlining data collection instruments, an online survey process, and statewide reporting timelines. Student and school-level compliance are calculated from information provided by school officials, including proof of examination, religious exemptions, and specific waiver pathways. Results are presented through statewide and subgroup analyses with accompanying tables and figures.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages14

Reading Time35 min

AccessFree to download

Foreword

Background

Methodology

Limitations

School Year 2014 Results

Compliance Data

Statewide Compliance

Public School Compliance

Nonpublic School Compliance

Kindergarten Compliance

Other Grades Compliance

Tables

Figures

THE MANDATED EYE EXAMINATION COMPLIANCE STATUS OF ILLINOIS SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN FOR THE 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION DATA ANALYSIS DIVISION JUNE 2015 James T. Meeks, Chairman State Board of Education Tony Smith, Ph.D. State Superintendent of Education TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword............................................................................................................................................ i Background ....................................................................................................................................... i Methodology ...................................................................................................................................... i Limitations......................................................................................................................................... i School Year 2014 Results ................................................................................................................. 1 Compliance Data ................................................................................................................... 1 Statewide Compliance .............................................................................................. 2 Public School Compliance ........................................................................................ 2 Nonpublic School Compliance ................................................................................. 2 Kindergarten Compliance........................................................................................ 3 Other Grades Compliance ....................................................................................... 4 Tables Table 1. 2013-2014 Eye Examination Compliance Summary of Reported Educational Facilities .............................................................................. 1 Table 2. 2013-2014 Eye Examination Status for all Reported Illinois Public and Nonpublic School Students .................................................................................... 1 Table 3. 2013-2014 Eye Examination Status for all Reported Illinois Public School Students .............................................................................................................. 2 Table 4. 2013-2014 Eye Examination Status for all Reported Illinois Nonpublic School Students .......................................................................................... 3 Table 5. 2013-2014 Eye Examination Status of Kindergarten Students in all Reported Public and Nonpublic Educational Facilities ............................................ 3 Table 6. 2013-2014 Eye Examination Status of Students in Grades Other Than Kindergarten in all Reported Public and Nonpublic Educational Facilities ........... 4 Figures Figure 1. Percentage of Students with No Access to Insurance or Clinic ................................ 6 Figure 2. Percentage of Students Ineligible for Insurance ........................................................ 7 Figure 3. Percentage of Students who need an Optometrist who will Accept Medicaid........ 8 Foreword Eye examination data are collected annually from Illinois public and nonpublic schools. This report is a compilation of the 2013-2014 data on the eye examination compliance status of Illinois school-age children. The interpretations and conclusions expressed herein are based on the available data and do not necessarily reflect the official position or policy of the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). Inquiries regarding this report, tables, and figures may be directed to Marjurie Ribeiro in the ISBE Data Analysis Division at 217/782- 3950. Background As mandated by Section 27-8.1 of the Illinois School Code [105 ILCS 5/27-8.1], all Illinois children entering kindergarten and any children entering any grade level above kindergarten for the firs

FAQs

What requirement does the Illinois School Code set for eye examinations?

Children entering kindergarten and first-time entrants into grades above kindergarten must have eye examinations by October 15 to meet Illinois Department of Public Health compliance requirements.

How is eye examination compliance data collected for this report?

ISBE staff develop data collection instruments in consultation with the Illinois Department of Public Health, and the 2013-2014 survey is completed annually through an online system by June 30.

What options can place a student in compliance besides providing proof of an eye examination?

Students may be compliant if they have religious exemptions on file or receive waivers based on free or reduced-price lunch ineligibility for public insurance, Medicaid/All Kids enrollment with no accessible provider, or lack of medical or eye care/vision services.

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