This manual for the school health programs in New Mexico contains a composite of procedures used in school health services, healthful school environment maintenance, and health science instruction. These procedures are used by physicians, dentists, nurses, teachers, etc. to appraise, protect, and promote optimum health of students and school personnel. It is also designed to improve the school environment which combines physical, social, and emotional factors of the school setting that affect the health, comfort and performance of an individual or group. Comprehensive descriptions and discussions cover: (1) the functions and operations of the New Mexico health program; (2) the major responsibilities in the school health program; (3) school health services; and (4) health screening protocols. The appendices are comprised of: (1) health manuals; (2) school health job descriptions; (3) contact persons; and (4) sample forms used in the health program. (JD)