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Oral Health Assessment

Information related to Education Code Section 49452.8, which requires public school students to have an oral health assessment no later than May 31 of their first year of school enrollment.

Oral Health Assessment District Reporting
California Education Code Section 49452.8 states that all school districts shall submit a report each year to the county office of education of the county in which the school district is located.

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Kindergarten Oral Health Requirement External link opens in new window or tab.

Sample Notification and Assessment/Waiver Forms

Oral Health Assessment - CalEdFacts
Part of California Department of Education's information and media guide about education in the State of California.

Questions:   Coordinated School Health and Safety Office | 916-319-0914
Last Reviewed: Friday, April 8, 2022