Head Lice Information

Head lice are common among school-aged children and can happen to anyone—they spread primarily through direct head-to-head contact or by sharing items like hats, brushes, helmets, hair accessories, or bedding. They do not indicate poor hygiene or reflect on a child's or family's cleanliness or status. 

To help prevent further spread, we kindly ask that you: 

• Check your child(ren)’s head and scalp routinely. Look for live lice (small, fast-moving insects) or nits (tiny white/gray eggs attached to hair shafts near the scalp). 

• If you find head lice or nits, have any questions, need assistance checking your child, or would like support with treatment, please reach out to Kelsey Wolf, District Nurse, at wolfk@kohler.k12.wi.us or (920) 803-7287 as soon as possible. 

Early detection makes treatment easier and more effective. The most common symptom of head lice is itching on the scalp, especially behind the ears or at the back of the neck. However, some people may not itch at all initially, so regular visual checks are key even without symptoms. 

I’ve attached a helpful guide with treatment steps, and prevention tips. The American Academy of Pediatrics is also a great resource. 

Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know

Head Lice Treatment at Home: Step-by-Step Guide

A review of our district policy can be accessed at: po8451 Pediculosis (Head Lice).

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our Kohler Elementary community healthy!