Health Office

Office hours 8:30-2:30 M-F


"It is not how much you do, but how much love you put in the doing"

~Mother Teresa

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21st Century School Nurse Keeping children healthy, safe, and ready to learn (National Association of School Nurses, 2016)

Twenty-first Century Nurses

Keeping-children healthy, safe, and ready to learn. (National Association of School Nurses, 2016)

Nursing News:

Our site provides resources and tools to keep parents informed of current health trends and updates. The home tab above has helpful links, useful resources, and important school forms, which can be uploaded and/or printed for your convenience.

Please check Nursing Notes in the HOME menu for current information.

****View our SJS School Health Policy @ SJS Nursing/Health Services Covid-19 info included****

Although we can’t eliminate all risk of COVID-19 exposure and infection, Saint John’s community can work together to help reduce the risk by staying informed, following all signs and guidelines, and supporting others in following safer hygiene and distancing practices.

NEW IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENT:

BEGINNING 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR, INFLUENZA VACCINE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS. STUDENTS MUST RECEIVE THE FLU VACCINE FOR THE CURRENT SEASON BY DECEMBER 31, 2020. MEDICAL AND RELIGIOUS EXEMPTIONS STILL APPLY. https://www.mass.gov/news/flu-vaccine-now-required-for-all-massachusetts-school-students-enrolled-in-child-care-pre

Nut Awareness Policy

See list Below of Nut Free/ Gluten free and Vegan Bakeries we allow to be used for class celebrations

Immunization Awareness


***PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, due to COVID-19 virus, we will not be allowing any Birthday or Celebratory food items to be brought or sent into school, other than your student's lunch, snack, and pre-packaged hot lunches, provided by SJS. Please do not send in any food for parties, special treats, etc.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

With the Nut policy being enforced at school, many parents have asked if we know of bakeries in the area that are nut free, and that can safely be used for classroom celebrations. Listed below are 3 bakeries that can be used:

  • Blackers Bake Shop-543 Commonwealth Ave, Newton (617) 332-2008

  • Cake Inc -1628 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington (781) 674-2257

  • Jennifer Lee's Gourmet Bakery-Boston Public Market-100 Hanover St, Boston (978) 414-5180

Other Bakeries not strictly nut free, but accomodating include:

  • Treat Cupcake Bar-1450 Highland Ave, Needham (781) 444-4995. On Wednesdays they close down their lines, clean their equipment and make nut-free, gluten free, egg free, dairy free cupcakes. They have them available in the freezer during the other days of the week.

  • Hazel's Bakery-459 Great Plain Ave, Needham. (781) 444-4953. While they are not a nut free facility, if you request nut free items they will accomodate and ensure the safety of their goods. FYI: Tenacre uses this bakery for school functions with the children.

  • Please make sure to bring the treats in their original packaging or boxes! Also Blacker's and Cake have Vegan options (Egg Free) if you ask. All of Jennifer Lee's baked goods are Vegan. So remember if you need EGG FREE-ask for VEGAN!


WANTED: Underwear, gym pants (5-6yr), and socks-Pre-S/Pre-K sizes-both boys and girls

Current news: Please make sure to let the health office know if your student has any medical conditions that might affect their school day.

Click on link below to upload food allergy forms:

https://www.foodallergy.org/sites/default/files/migrated-files/file/emergency-care-plan.pdf