August 20, 2026: Walking with Kipper, Running 5K, Getting My Clearances

By Nate Feldman



Today was a bit of a difficult day in many ways.  In order to do my Master's in Education at Lehigh University, I will need clearances and medical records to go out into the field (work with children at different schools).  However, getting my medical records is easier said than done.  So, here is a summary of things that happened today.

1. I received an email from the College of Education at Lehigh saying that to take courses that require fieldwork, which one of mine does, I need the following:

A. PA Police Criminal History

B. FBI Criminal History

C. PA Child Abuse Clearance

D. A test to confirm I don't have Tuberculosis

It said that I could get a TB test at the Student Health Center.  However, when I called them, they told me they needed my immunization history before they could assist me with anything.  So, I called my health provider to help me visit a physician that could assist me with that.  Unfortunately, the nearest doctor that takes the Medicaid health insurance I am said I would have to wait until November 5 to do that.  I called the College of Education, and they told me I could take a test at an "express clinic."  I called one, and perhaps I will be able to do that.  But, this took a couple of hours and was stressful.  On the bright side, I did get my PA Criminal History complete and printed out, so I have some of my requirements finished.

2. I took Kipper for a walk on the Chester Valley Trail at lunchtime to get out a bit and give my dog a nice walk.  We walked for about 3 miles, though I forgot to bring water, and he doesn't handle any warm weather, even mildly warm or humid, well.  

3. I ran for 5K on the treadmill at the Upper Main Line YMCA.  I am doing a 5K on Labor Day in Maryland, so that is in preparation for that.  I ran it in about 28:30.  Compared to what I used to run 5Ks in, that's not so good, but considering my age, I am glad I am still able to run under 30 minutes.  


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