The Importance of School Physicals: Setting Students Up for a Healthy SchoolYear

As summer winds down and back-to-school season approaches, one of the most important tasks for families to check off their list is the annual school physical. Often required by schools for enrollment, sports participation, or return after illness, school physicals are much more than just a formality—they are a vital part of ensuring a child’s overall health, development, and readiness for the year…