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School-Based Health Centers, based in six schools, are a partnership of the Portland Public Health Division, Portland Public Schools and Maine Medical Center working together to keep Portland students healthy.
All services are confidential. We also offer translation services for ESL students.
SBHCs provide students on-site health care services including:
Dental health screenings and preventive treatments also are available in selected schools. For more information on these services, please click here.
Please note: The School-Based Health Centers do not take the place of your child’s doctor and other health care providers. We work with primary care physicians to better coordinate your child’s health care. Ongoing communication occurs as necessary between the School-Based Health Center, and your child’s doctor.
FAQs
What kind of health care providers are on staff at the Centers?
The School-Based Health Center staff consists of pediatricians, nurse
practitioners, clinic assistants, dental hygienists, dental assistants, mental
health counselors and substance abuse counselors. School nurses and social
workers work closely with the Center staff to coordinate appointments and
referrals.
What students are eligible?
We are happy to see any student with a completed enrollment form that has been
signed by a parent. Students who are at least 18 years old, emancipated minors,
married, or who live independently may sign permission for themselves.
List of Student Health Centers (Enrollment Information)
Casco Bay High School
Deering High Student Health Center
East End Student Health Center
King Student Health Center
Portland High Student Health
Center
West Student Health Center
How do I enroll my child?
Please complete an enrollment form for your child and deliver it to their school
nurse. If you have access to a printer, please download the form here, or you
can pick one up in the school nurse’s office:
How much do the services cost?
We bill Medicaid, Maine Care and private insurance if applicable to cover costs
of services. No one will be denied care if unable to pay.
What are the locations and hours of
the School-Based Health Centers?
The School-Based Health Centers are open several days a week and have
appointments available both during and after school. Walk-in services are
provided as available. See the school nurse to set up a time that is right for
you.
Portland High School
SBHC: 756-8418
Fax: 842-4651
Office: 874-8250
Deering High School
SBHC: 756-8419
Fax: 756- 8486
Office: 874-8260
Casco Bay High School
SBHC: 842 -4693
Fax: 874-8170 (not secure)
Office: 874-8160 (x 6555 OR x7210 – Karen)
King Middle School
SBHC: 756-8499
Fax: 756-8499
Office: 874-8140
West School
SBHC: 874-8209
Fax: 874-8292 (not secure)
Office: 874-8225
East End Community School
SBHC: 874-8433
Fax: 874-8234
Office: 874-8228
For a complete schedule of services please click here.
For more information about our School-Based Health Centers, please contact Jennifer Stenberg, School Based Health Center Program Coordinator, at 874-8920 or email JLS@portlandmaine.gov