Biometric Screenings

Eligibility & How to Opt In to the Wellness Medical Plan
(2027–2028 Plan Year)  

Eligible employees and retirees under age 65 enrolled in the District's medical plan can qualify for the Regence Wellness Medical Plan by completing a biometric screening.

Participation is voluntary, confidential, and can help you save money through lower premiums, copays, and deductibles. 

Who is Eligible?

The biometric screening requirement applies to:

• Active Boise School District employees enrolled in the District's medical plan

• Retirees under age 65 enrolled in the District's medical plan

Dependents are not eligible to participate in the biometric screening program and are not required to complete a screening for Wellness Medical Plan eligibility.

How to Qualify for the 2027-28 Wellness Medical Plan?

Important Requirement

To be eligible to elect the Regence Wellness Medical Plan for the 2027–2028 benefit plan year, the primary medical plan member must complete one of the following qualification options by March 31, 2027.

Employees who complete their biometric screening with a personal healthcare provider must also ensure the completed Biometric Screening Verification Form is submitted directly to Saint Alphonsus by March 31, 2027.

New Employees: Employees hired after January 1, 2027, are automatically eligible for the Wellness Medical Plan for the upcoming plan year and are not required to complete a biometric screening during their first year of eligibility.
 

Option 1: Complete a Biometric Screening with Your Provider

• Schedule a biometric screening with your healthcare provider.

• Bring the Biometric Screening Verification Form to your appointment.

• Have your healthcare provider complete the required information during your visit.

• Submit the completed form directly to Saint Alphonsus by March 31, 2027.

Option 2: Attend a Boise School District Biometric Screening Event

• Participate in a District-sponsored biometric screening event.

• Screening events will be offered between September 2026 and February 2027 at various school locations, the Saint Alphonsus Wellness Office, and the District Service Center.

• No additional paperwork is required. Your results will be submitted on your behalf.

Option 3: Request a Medical Exemption

• If a biometric screening is medically inadvisable, submit a Biometric Screening Exemption Form by March 31, 2027.

• A healthcare provider must complete a portion of the exemption form.

Important Dates

• Screening Period: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027

• Forms Accepted Beginning: September 1, 2026

• Submission Deadline: March 31, 2027

• District Screening Events: September 2026 – February 2027

Please Note: Screenings completed before September 1, 2026 must be held and submitted once forms are accepted. Early submissions will not be processed.

Screening Dates, Times & Locations

Biometric screening appointments will be available at multiple Boise School District locations and the Saint Alphonsus Wellness Office throughout the screening period. The schedule below is provided to help employees and retirees plan ahead and identify a convenient date and location.

Registration is not yet open. Online appointment scheduling is expected to open in mid-August. Once registration becomes available, detailed instructions and appointment scheduling information will be emailed directly to eligible employees and retirees.

Please check back for updates and be sure to watch your email for registration announcements.

September 2026

9/15 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Les Bois Junior High (Small Gym)

9/18 (Fri.) - 6:30 - 8:30 am: Saint Alphonsus Wellness Office (Suite 401)

9/22 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Shadow Hills Elementary (Gym)

9/24 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Facilities & Operations (Training/Break Room)

9/29 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Borah High School (Upper Gym)

October 2026

10/1 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: BSD Training Center

10/6 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: South Junior High (Auditorium Stage)

10/8 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Liberty Elementary School (Gym)

10/13 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Timberline High School (Gym)

10/16 (Fri.) - 6:30 - 8:30 am: Saint Alphonsus Wellness Office (Suite 401)

10/20 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: District Services Center (Rooms 1, 2 & 3)

10/22 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Cynthia Mann Elementary School (Gym)

10/27 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Fairmont Junior High School (Auxiliary Gym)

10/29 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Boise High School (Gym)

November 2026

11/5 (Thur) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: BSD Training Center

11/10 (Tue) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Capital High School (Auxiliary Gym)

11/17 (Tue) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Riverglen Junior High (Library)

11/19 (Thur) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Morley Nelson Elementary School (Gym)

December 2026

12/4 (Fri.) - 6:30 - 8:30 am: Saint Alphonsus Wellness Office (Suite 401)

12/8 (Tue.)- 6:30 - 9:30 am: Horizon Elementary School (Gym)

12/10 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Whitney Elementary School (Community Center)

12/15 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Timberline High School (Gym)

12/17 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Boise High School (Gym)

January 2027

1/8 (Fri.) - 6:30 - 8:30 am: Saint Alphonsus Wellness Office (Suite 401)

1/12 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Capital High School (Auxiliary Gym)

1/14 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Grace Jordan Elementary School (Cafeteria or Gym)

1/19 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: East Junior High (Small Gym)

1/21 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Borah High School (Upper Gym)

1/26 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: North Junior High (Cafeteria)

1/28 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Hawthorne Elementary School (Gym)

February 2027

2/2 (Tue.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: Koelsch Elementary School (Gym)

2/4 (Thur.) - 6:30 - 9:30 am: District Services Center (Rooms 1, 2 & 3)

Your Privacy Matters

• Screening results are confidential and are not shared with Boise School District.

• Screening results do not affect eligibility for the Wellness Medical Plan.

• The biometric screening requirement (or an approved exemption) is the only requirement tied to eligibility for the Wellness Medical Plan.

• Aggregate, de-identified data may be shared with the Boise School District Joint Insurance Committee at the conclusion of the program year to help evaluate overall wellness program participation and health trends.

• Individual confidentiality is strictly maintained in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

What's Included in a Biometric Screening?

During a biometric health screening, the following measurements will be collected:

• Height

• Weight

• Waist Circumference

• Blood Pressure

A venous blood draw will also be performed to assess:

• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

• Hemoglobin A1C

• Lipid Panel

What to Expect

Participating in a District-sponsored biometric screening is one of the easiest ways to qualify for the Wellness Medical Plan.
 

• Appointments are approximately 15 minutes and are scheduled between 6:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

• Please arrive on time for your scheduled appointment.

• Screenings are fast, free, and confidential.

• These events are provided as a Boise School District-sponsored benefit and are not billed to insurance.

• If you choose to complete your screening with your personal healthcare provider, that visit will be billed through your insurance according to your plan benefits.

Additional Details

• If your preferred location is full or not hosting a screening event, you may register for any available appointment at another Boise School District location or the Saint Alphonsus Wellness Office.

• If a school or facility closes due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the screening event will be canceled. Employees should watch their District email for updates and notifications regarding schedule changes or cancellations.

How to Submit Your Form

Submit completed forms directly to Saint Alphonsus:

Email

sawellness@saintalphonsus.org

Mail

Saint Alphonsus Corporate Health & Well-being
1055 N. Curtis Road
Boise, ID 83706

Please note: Employees are responsible for submitting their own forms. Healthcare providers should not submit forms on your behalf.