The promotion of health and safety is vital to the physical well-being of young
children. While the child is attending our school, we see to it that each child
is as safe as possible and follows good health practices.
We appreciate your cooperation and adherence to the school's health policies
regarding your child's health. Please read our Health Policies
in detail.
| TOO SICK FOR SCHOOL? |
| Illness |
Symptoms |
How long to stay at home |
Treatment |
| Fever |
Above 100 degrees F |
Until fever is gone for a full 24 hours. |
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and lots of fluids. |
| Vomiting |
Stomach upset, cramps |
Until child is symptom-free for 24 hours. |
Give 1 ounce clear fluid (water, diluted sports drink, flat soda) every 15 minutes- gradually increase the intake. |
| Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) |
Redness, discharge; swelling of the tissue around the eye |
If viral, keep her home until the eye is completely clear. If bacterial, you can send your child back to school after 24-48 hours of antibiotic drops |
See a doctor. If viral, there is no treatment. If bacterial, use antibacterial drops. Avoid sharing towels and pillowcases. |
| Colds and Runny Noses |
Headache, congestion, body aches |
Until child feels well enough to attend. |
Over-the-counter decongestants recommended by your pediatrician, fluids, and rest. |
| Sore Throats |
Pain when swallowing; fever; headache |
Until child is fever-free and on antibiotics for 24 hours. Child should also feel well enough to attend. |
For strep: Antibiotics, fluids, and rest
For viral sore throats: soothing fluids, acetaminophen and rest. |
