Health Services

At Flandreau Indian School, our registered nurse is available on-site Monday through Friday. Students can access basic medical care, dental services, pharmacy services and vision care (glasses only) through the Flandreau Tribal Clinic.

Important Insurance Information

• Please provide the school nurse copies of any private medical insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid.
• Without this information, we will bill the parent/guardian as self-pay until we receive the insurance details.

Clinic Appointments

• Due to limited clinic availability, we encourage parents to address routine or ongoing medical needs before the student arrives on campus. 
• Our priority is to support students’ education while providing essential healthcare services.
• For mental health support, we will assist on campus as much as possible and refer students to outside agencies if needed.

How to See the Nurse

• The nurse visits the dorms every weekday morning.
• If a student feels ill after the nurse has left, dorm staff will decide whether the student should stay and notify the school office.
• If students become ill during the school day, they should visit the first-floor office to get a pass to see the nurse.
• The nurse will assess if the student needs further care or a clinic visit.

Medications and Treatments

• Store all medications, whether over the counter or prescribed, securely in the dorms.
• Dorm staff will manage medication distribution, following the nurse’s instructions.
• Students must take their prescribed medications on schedule. Persistent failure to do so may result in disciplinary actions.
• To ensure safety, students and staff follow the provider’s instructions, especially for contagious illnesses.

Appointments: Rescheduling and Attendance

• To cancel or reschedule a clinic appointment, contact the nurse or the designated staff member.
• Missing a scheduled appointment may result in disciplinary actions, depending on the importance of the missed service.

Please contact the school nurse during regular school hours for any questions or concerns.