"You cannot educate a child that is not healthy,
and you cannot keep a child healthy that is not educated."
~ Dr. Joycelyn Elders, Former Surgeon General of the United States
and you cannot keep a child healthy that is not educated."
~ Dr. Joycelyn Elders, Former Surgeon General of the United States
For Parents/Guardians: Communication is vital in the partnership to raise healthy children. Communication empowers families, promotes cooperation, and creates a comfortable environment where patients, families, and health care professionals can discuss any issue. Please clink on link below for a guide on health information and resources for families, children, and teens! for young children and teens!
https://www.aap.org/en/practice-management/bright-futures/bright-futures-family-centered-care/
https://www.aap.org/en/practice-management/bright-futures/bright-futures-family-centered-care/
When is my child too ill to attend school?
Parents are often confronted with this decision when their child complains of not feeling well. The guidelines shown below may be helpful. It will not cover every medical condition and does not take the place of seeking medical attention. Please consult your doctor for specific medical advice.
Fever - 100 degrees or higher - A fever is a sign of illness. A child with a temperature of 100 degrees or higher should not attend school. The child should be free of fever for 24 hours before returning to school.
Sore Throat/Colds/Cough - Minor cold symptoms are common and usually don't interfere with school attendance. A persistent, frequent cough and/or constant nasal drainage may affect your child's performance at school, and he/she may be more comfortable at home.
Rash - A rash may cover the entire body or only one area. A child that has a rash that is draining, has open areas or is causing the child to itch excessively should not attend school. A rash accompanied with other symptoms such as: a fever, sore throat, irritability, vomiting, etc. should not attend school. If your child is dismissed from school for a rash and physician contact has been recommended, please have your child’s physician write a note that they are not contagious and may return to school.
Vomiting/Diarrhea - A child who has vomited should wait 24 hours and be able to retain solid foods before returning to school. A child who is having frequent diarrhea stools should not attend school. If there is cramping/abdominal pain with diarrhea, the student may be more comfortable at home.
Head Lice/Nits(eggs) - Head Lice/Nits(eggs): Head lice is a common condition in elementary schools and is a reason for exclusion. Parents/guardians are responsible for checking their child's hair on a regular basis. If lice/nits (eggs) are found, parents should notify their school nurse and contact their physician for treatment recommendations. Upon return to school, all cases will be checked by the school nurse to ensure no lice/nits are present. Parents must accompany student back to school where the nurse will check them. For chronic cases, a doctor's note may be required for re-entrance to school as determined by the school nurse. Please note, students will be sent home if lice/nits are found. If multiple cases of lice/nits are noted within a building, families will be notified to help minimize the spread of cases. The extent of the notification will be determined by the building principal in conjunction with the school nurse.
*A Note From The Physician: any time your child sees his/her physician regarding illness, rash, injury, surgery, etc., your child must return with a note stating “may return to school” and any restrictions or limitations that may be required (no PE, recess, etc) and date when activities can be resumed.
**Very Important: As always, whenever your child is going to be out ill or for any other reason, please give the school a quick call that morning by 8:30 AM: 508-324-3180. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Parents are often confronted with this decision when their child complains of not feeling well. The guidelines shown below may be helpful. It will not cover every medical condition and does not take the place of seeking medical attention. Please consult your doctor for specific medical advice.
Fever - 100 degrees or higher - A fever is a sign of illness. A child with a temperature of 100 degrees or higher should not attend school. The child should be free of fever for 24 hours before returning to school.
Sore Throat/Colds/Cough - Minor cold symptoms are common and usually don't interfere with school attendance. A persistent, frequent cough and/or constant nasal drainage may affect your child's performance at school, and he/she may be more comfortable at home.
Rash - A rash may cover the entire body or only one area. A child that has a rash that is draining, has open areas or is causing the child to itch excessively should not attend school. A rash accompanied with other symptoms such as: a fever, sore throat, irritability, vomiting, etc. should not attend school. If your child is dismissed from school for a rash and physician contact has been recommended, please have your child’s physician write a note that they are not contagious and may return to school.
Vomiting/Diarrhea - A child who has vomited should wait 24 hours and be able to retain solid foods before returning to school. A child who is having frequent diarrhea stools should not attend school. If there is cramping/abdominal pain with diarrhea, the student may be more comfortable at home.
Head Lice/Nits(eggs) - Head Lice/Nits(eggs): Head lice is a common condition in elementary schools and is a reason for exclusion. Parents/guardians are responsible for checking their child's hair on a regular basis. If lice/nits (eggs) are found, parents should notify their school nurse and contact their physician for treatment recommendations. Upon return to school, all cases will be checked by the school nurse to ensure no lice/nits are present. Parents must accompany student back to school where the nurse will check them. For chronic cases, a doctor's note may be required for re-entrance to school as determined by the school nurse. Please note, students will be sent home if lice/nits are found. If multiple cases of lice/nits are noted within a building, families will be notified to help minimize the spread of cases. The extent of the notification will be determined by the building principal in conjunction with the school nurse.
*A Note From The Physician: any time your child sees his/her physician regarding illness, rash, injury, surgery, etc., your child must return with a note stating “may return to school” and any restrictions or limitations that may be required (no PE, recess, etc) and date when activities can be resumed.
**Very Important: As always, whenever your child is going to be out ill or for any other reason, please give the school a quick call that morning by 8:30 AM: 508-324-3180. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
