Nicole Tousignant
Medicaid Unit Coordinator
VT. Department of Education
(802) 828-5111
nicole.tousignant@state.vt.us

Colchester School District site

home

    

•  What is the School-Based Health Services Program?
  It is a source of additional funds for the school, and the state of Vermont, for medically related services provided to eligible IEP students.
   
•  Will participating in the School-Based Health Services Program change my child's other medical benefits?
   No. Your child's other medical benefits will not decrease.
   
•  Will participating in the School-Based Health Services Program affect my child's special education services?
   No. Your child's IEP services will remain the same.
   
•  Why should I give my consent?
   Your consent will allow your school to bill and receive money from the School-Based Health Services Program. Your consent is required to share your child's IEP with his/her physician.
   
•  How will the money be used?
  The funds received by the school are used to provide additional programs for all students.
   
•  Will my child's information remain confidential?
   Yes. The confidential information you share is protected by two federal laws: HIPAA and FERPA.