Please assess your child in the morning
Have you had any of the following symptoms-fever (temp 100.0F), cough, sore throat, runny nose, congestion, shortness of breath, fatigue, chills, muscle aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or abdominal pain?
Have you had close contact with anyone confirmed to have Covid 19?
If my child has any cold-like symptoms (congestion, stuffy nose, runny nose, scratchy throat, mild cough) should I keep my child home from school”
Yes. Keep your student home from school and contact your school nurse. The school nurse will review symptoms and discuss the protocol.
If my student has symptoms and it is recommended to get covid testing, what are my options?
If your child has symptoms they may be able to get the Antigen (Rapid) test which is a quick test and results are available the same day. Home Abbott Binax Now tests are accepted when there are symptoms.
State of New Hampshire in conjunction with Clear Choice has a drive thru no appointment site in Nashua NH behind St Joseph's hospital on 261 Lake Street. PCR test, results available in 48 hours.
Convenient MD is a medical provider that has PCR and Antigen tests.
CVS and Walgreens have drive up options for PCR tests.
You can also contact your Primary care doctor for guidance. Contact the school nurse if you have any questions.