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Mr. Madden, the Headmaster, takes a great interest in the
welfare of all the scholars, and his kind co-operation during the
visits of the Doctor to the School is much appreciated.
The Russell Central School.
A visit of inspection was made in June, 1932, when the
"Leavers" were examined—54 boys and 30 girls. The pupils
commenced their training at the School in August, 1929, and
were then medically examined. The present examination shows
that the pupils, almost without exception, have done splendidly,
the physical conditions and general fitness in many cases being
exceptionally good.
Attendance of Parents: 26 with boys—48.1 per cent.
20 with girls—66.6 per cent.
Chief Defects referred for Treatment.
Skin Disease 3
Defective Vision 15
Oral Sepsis 1
Otitis Media 1
Organic Heart Disease 1
Recommendations and advice re individual scholars left with
the Head Teacher were as follows:—
Vision, 15. Heart Disease, 1. Hearing, 1.
One boy and three girls were examined as "Specials." The
boy and one girl were referred to the School Oculist, one girl had
heart disease and the parent was informed and given advice.
Vision: Two pupils were prescribed glasses and obtained
them.
One pupil obtained glasses privately.
One pupil was prescribed glasses, but did not
obtain them.
Eleven pupils failed to attend the Eye Clinic.
The two special eye cases referred to the Oculist
were prescribed glasses and obtained them.
Acne: One case recovered, two improved.
Heart Disease: In S'tatuo Quo.
Otitis Media: Ear discharges at times.
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