Nurse's Office
We hope you and your families are healthy and finding creative ways to get through this difficult time. The Holliston School Nurses are available to answer general questions about COVID-19. Please email your school nurse and she will respond within 24 hours.
If you have an emergency health related question, please call your primary care physician.
Lynne Bowler RN, CPNP
Nurse Leader, Holliston Public Schools
Miller School Nurse
bowlerl@holliston.k12.ma.us
Catherine Harkin RN, BSN
Placentino Elementary School Nurse
harkinc@holliston.k12.ma.us
Sarah Holmes R.N. BSN
Placentino Elementary School Nurse
holmess@holliston.k12.ma.us
Jennifer Olsen RN, BSN
Robert Adams Middle School Nurse
olsenj@holliston.k12.ma.us
Tereza O. Rodrigues, RN, BSN
Holliston High School Nurse
rodriguest@holliston.k12.ma.us
As the weather gets nicer and the Stay-At-Home Advisory continues, it is tempting to gather outside, especially on the Rail Trail. The nurses want to remind everyone that the Stay-At-Home Advisory from Governor Baker states that you should only leave your home to address essential needs. However, if you do decide to leave your home for some fresh air and exercise, it is important to follow everyday preventative measures and the following physical distancing tips:
Do not leave home if you are symptomatic
Wear cloth or fabric face coverings in public spaces
Only visit parks, trails and recreation areas that are open
Stay at least six feet from others at all times
Do not gather in groups
Do not go into a crowded area
Avoid gathering with others outside of your household
Do not shake hands or hug
Cover coughs and sneezes
Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
Bring hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol to use if soap and water are not available
Resources/Information regarding COVID-19
Stop the Spread of Germs like Flu and Covid-19
Help Prevent Covid-19 by Social Distancing
Exempt Emergency Child Care Programs:
Massachusetts Department of Public Health:
National Association of School Nurses:
American Academy of Pediatrics:
If you feel sick, the CDC recommends:
Calling your primary care physician before visiting them in person
Staying home and limiting your contact with others
Wearing a facemask if you are sick. Masks are not recommended for widespread use by healthy people.
You can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by following these steps:
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds including under your fingernails. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer (at least 60% alcohol content) can be used when soap and water are not available.
Keep your hands away from your face.
Cover your nose and mouth when sneezing and coughing with a tissue and discard it immediately. Cough into the sleeve over your elbow instead of your hand. Wash your hands often when coughing and sneezing.
Stay away from people who are sick and stay home when you are sick.
For more information, visit the DPH website and the CDC’s website.
Additional Information
Holliston Youth and Family Services is available to support students and families. Community members can call the office line at 508-429-0620. For more immediate assistance, please feel free to call Jackie Winer. Director of HYFS directly at 508-306-4507. For immediate crisis related services and/or counseling, INTERFACE Referral services continue to be available. The William James INTERFACE Referral Service is a mental health and wellness referral Helpline available Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm, at 888-244-6843 (toll free).