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School Nurse -Jennie Asaro, BSN, RN, CSN-NJ
973-398-6400 ext-220
For Absences-ext-650 or press 1-Please state the reason for the absence.
Medical Fax 973-909-7100
Commonly needed forms below
My Goals 2025-2026
My Goals 2025-2026
Healthy, safe school children and supported families.
This Website is updated as needed. Please check back often for the most up-to-date information. I am available by appointment to meet with parents about concerns and healthcare planning.
To use Google Translate for a website, visit translate.google.com on desktop or mobile, select the "Websites" tab, enter the URL, and click the arrow to load the translated page.
Para utilizar Google Translate en un sitio web, visite translate.google.com en su computadora de escritorio o dispositivo móvil, seleccione la pestaña "Sitios web", ingrese la URL y haga clic en la flecha para cargar la página traducida.
Yearly health screenings are as needed and usually take place after the peak of the winter illness season. Depending on the grade, your child will have height, weight, blood pressure, hearing, vision, and done. You will be notified of any abnormal results. Students are not screened while ill students are present in the health office.
Please let me know if you need support to improve your child's school attendance.
Health coverage alert-In New Jersey, vaccines remain covered by insurance and available through the Vaccines for Children program. New Jersey’s minimum requirements for school and child care attendance are outlined in the Immunization of Pupils in School rules, New Jersey Administrative Code (N.J.A.C. 8:57-4), and remain unchanged by federal actions to date.-1/7/2026
New rules are in effect for sunscreen in schools and on field trips (25-26). A student may now be able to have sunscreen at school for application/ reapplication. We do, however, need a parent to supply the sunscreen and a note giving permission for the application at school. For safety, we ask that parents not send in aerosol formulas due to the concern of inhalation. We prefer for the younger students that the sunscreen be stored out of reach and applied with adult supervision so it doesn't get in their eyes, for example. A good place to keep it is in the health office. For more information on choosing sunscreen, you may ask your child's healthcare provider or see here.
Up-to-date information from the American Academy of Pediatrics regarding the Flu can be found here.
The Flu can present with a wide variety of symptoms, such as-
Fever, which may be as high as 103° F (39.4° C) to 105° F (40.5° C)
Muscle and joint aches and pains
Not feeling well "all over"
Headache
Sore throat
Runny or stuffy nose
Worsening cough
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Fatigue (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia)
Health Alert
Strep is a bacterial infection. Strep throat can masquerade as other illnesses, and in some cases, the sore throat is not the main symptom. It's important to talk with your healthcare provider if your child is ill.
Please be aware of the common signs and symptoms of Strep Throat. In some cases, Strep Throat can lead to significant complications if not treated promptly.
Please wait a full 24 hours after starting antibiotics for Strep Throat before returning to school.
Many children bump their heads at school, and they recover well with first aid. Nonetheless, parents, caregivers, and coaches need to be aware of the signs and symptoms of a more serious problem. Please see this link from the American Academy of Pediatrics on what to look out for and the next steps. Further down on this website, you will find more information about head injuries and prevention. You will be notified if I have any concerns during the school day following a fall or bump to the head.
Head injuries
March Poster _MT Arlington.pdfSee below for instructions on return to school following a GI illness.
The 24 hr rule applies to vomiting and diarrhea. At least 24 hours need to have passed since your child's last episode to return to school. Please keep in mind that not all children get fevers with a gastrointestinal illness. Our school exclusion decisions are based on professional clinical judgment and the NJ-DOH school exclusion guidelines.
Upon return, children must be feeling well and able to hold down food and drinks. Thank you for keeping our school healthy.
Rule of thumb for fevers -Please keep your child home until at least 24 hours have passed fever-free without the aid of fever-reducing medication before returning your child to school.
Remember not all individuals will get a fever with illness. If your child is feeling unwell with or without a fever please keep them home.
In general, any symptoms a child may have when recovering from a viral respiratory illness should be mild and infrequent when your child returns to school.
Some rashes and skin lesions are contagious and may require treatment and/or a clearance note from a healthcare provider before returning to school.
Please take a look at the information on Hand, Foot, and Mouth disease so you can recognize the signs and symptoms. We are seeing cases in the community and our schools this year.
Although rare, Croup can be serious. Here is more information from the Cleveland Clinic.
See below for important information on Type 1 Diabetes
T1D.pdfEarly screening for Type 1 diabetes is recommended instead of waiting for symptoms to develop. Ask your child's healthcare provider about risk factors such as family history and screening options. Free screening options are available. One option is here (Askhealth.org). They also provide free screening for Celiac Disease, another autoimmune disease.
It's important to stay informed of the signs and symptoms of tick-borne illness. Here are the FAQ and answers from the NJ-DOH regarding Lyme Disease.
K-2 Tick Parent Letter.pdf
The Mount Olive Health Department hosts free clinics for check-ups and immunizations. Click here for more info . They are a safe place for all families.
Looking for affordable healthcare coverage? NJ Family Care can help. Follow the underlined link to learn more and see if your family qualifies.
In addition to health clinics from the Mount Olive Health Department, Zufall Health provides health services in our area and all patients are welcome regardless of insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.
For those with food allergies, please plan to have your child bring food unless you have received confirmation that the "safe menu" is in place. It takes time for Maschio's to process the paperwork/order special foods. For questions, I have provided the contact of their dietitian- lkunick@maschiofood.com. Phone-973-598-0005. In addition to these safety measures, notations may be made by the parent to Maschios using PaySchools Central.
I'm always in need of donations of gently used clothing. Currently, I'm most in need of pants for boys in sizes 5/6 and 7/8. Thank you!
RN substitutes are in high demand. If you know someone who is interested, please have them reach out to me for more information or visit the main school website to apply.
measles_travel_flyer.pdfSeptember is the time to renew medical forms and turn them in to the health office. We need the following for each child updated yearly: Annual Medical Update, Emergency Contact Information, and Health Insurance and Medical Information forms. Thank you for taking the time. All these forms are on our website. If you need forms printed, I can help out with that. I will have them on hand at Back to School Night.
Influenza Vaccine Requirement for PreK
N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.19 stipulates that children six months through 59 months of
age attending any licensed childcare center, or preschool facility on or after
September 1, 2008, shall annually receive at least one dose of influenza vaccine
vaccine between September 1 and December 31 (changing to Nov. 30th starting 2026) of each year.
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