• 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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