• If a student has had any rash that may be diseaserelated or the cause is unknown , check with the family physician before sending the student to school .
• If a student is ill , please call the school daily to report illness .
Remember that a child who is ill with an infectious disease can spread the disease when in contact with others in the family and community .
Frequent handwashing is one of the best ways to limit spread of disease . Set a good example by washing your hands often and helping your child develop good handwashing habits .
Hearing screening Children are screened in elementary school for potential hearing problems and parents are contacted if it appears there are hearing difficulties . Young children are very prone to ear infections and often require prompt medical attention .
Health teams School personnel work together with the family for the general well being of all school age children . Conferences are held to evaluate student health problems and assist in adjusting the student ’ s school program .
If you have questions about these guidelines or your child ’ s illness , please call your school nurse or family physician .
Common concerns about school-aged child health chart ( on pages 15 and 16 ) references :
• Infectious Diseases in Child Care Settings and Schools , http :// www . hennepin . us / daycaremanual
• 2015 Red Book Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases , American Academy of Pediatrics 28th Edition
• Control of Communicable Diseases Manual , David L . Heymann , M . D ., Editor , 19th Edition
Allergies and asthma Frequently , children have various allergies and / or asthma . It is important to make the school Health Service aware of medical conditions .
Is my child well enough to go to school ? Parents are frequently concerned about when students should stay home from school because of illness . You can expect your child to be ill five to seven days during a school year . It is important to have a child care plan for the days your child is ill and must stay home from school .
Here is some information that can help you decide if your child should stay home :
• If a student has had a fever of 100 degrees or more , the student should stay home for 24 hours after the temperature returns to normal .
• If a student has vomited or had diarrhea , the student should stay home until 24 hours after the last episode .
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