Voluntary Student Accident Insurance
Board Policy 6720 requires that every student participant in the following activities must furnish proof of membership in the student accident insurance program or proof that comparable coverage is carried by another insurance policy:
- Interscholastic athletic programs
- Intramural athletic programs
- Marching bands
- School patrols
- Cheerleaders
- Activities groups making overnight trips or excursions
The WCPSS voluntary student accident insurance program offers several levels of coverage to fit a range of budgets. Students may enroll in the program of their choice at any time during the school year; however, the cost is the same regardless of the enrollment date. If you sign up within 15 days of the start of school, your child's covereage if retroactive to the first day of school!
This voluntary student accident insurance is "primary" insurance, meaning it pays even if you have other medical insurance. The WCPSS general liability insurance excludes student medical expenses unless it can be shown that the school or school district acted negligently."
Go to www.k12studentinsurance.com for additional information on plans, pricing and enrollment. Additionaly, a brochure with enrollment application for voluntary student accident insurance will be given to each student for parents’ consideration in obtaining cost-effective coverage for accident injury to students.
Step-by-Step
- Review the Student Accident Insurance brochure or Website. (Student Accident Insurance offers limited benefits based on plan chosen. Read your brochure carefully.)
- Select the Plan Option.
- Complete the Enrollment Application.
- Make your check or money order payable to UnitedHealthcare and enclose it in envelope,then mail it in theenvelope provided with the brochure. You can also pay online.
Remember to respond within 15 days of the start of school to ensure your child is covered effective the first day of school.
Any Questions? Call our local servicing broker: Steve or Carolyn, American Advantage Marketing Group at 1-800-232-9601.
Highlights
- For just $10, $15, or $25 (pennies per week) you can provide accident insurance coverage for your child for the entire school year – coverage while traveling to and from school, while in class, and while on school field trips.
- For only $50, $75, or $150 you can provide accident insurance for your child 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a full year. This includes coverage during the summer months while school is not in session. Your child may be participating in tracked-out or summer youth activities or sports leagues – this 24-hour accident plan would cover them for all these events.