What to do if an individual tests positive for Covid- 19:

• Isolate for a full 5 days ( Day 0 is the onset of symptoms).

• On day 6 if symptoms have greatly improved and the individual has been fever  free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication the individual can return to school WEARING A WELL FITTED SURGICAL MASK on days 6 through 10.

• If symptoms are still present and /or the individual tests positive after day 5, the individual is required to complete the full 10 days of isolation.   

• Testing after day 10 is not recommended.

Student Illness at School - If a student should become ill while at school, they should let their teacher know.  Teachers will talk with the student and if possible, try to redirect them.  If symptoms get worse, the student will be sent to the school office. The school nurse, or the office manager will check out the student’s symptoms and if necessary contact the parent regarding health concerns. If the parent cannot be reached, we will try to reach the emergency contact person listed on the student’s information. In an emergency health situation, 911 emergency medical help will be called. Every effort will be taken to keep the student in school.

Medication While at School - Any child who needs medication at school MUST have the Medication at School Authorization form completed, and signed by the parent/guardian and health care provider. Prescriptions or over the counter medication cannot be administered at school without a Medication at School Authorization form signed by a doctor and on file.

Head Lice Policy - Although head lice do not pose a serious health problem, they cause concern and frustration for some parents, teachers and children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Association of School Nurses, and the American Academy of Pediatrics all recommend that students with nits not be excluded from school.  Students with active head lice infestations will be sent home from school. While parents have the primary responsibility for the detection and treatment of head lice, our school community works with families to manage head lice effectively by notifying them if head lice are detected and providing information about treatment.