Guidelines for keeping your child home
Fever over 100°F or 37.8°C
Students may return to school when fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications such as Tylenol or ibuprofen.
Respiratory Illnesses
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Vomiting or diarrhea
One episode of unexplained vomiting or 3 or more episodes of loose stools. May return after 24 hours from the last episode, when student is eating their normal diet.
Conjunctivitis
Any drainage from the eye can signal infection. Please have it checked and provide written clearance from a health care provider. Keep the student home until 24 hours after the first dose of medication.
Communicable Diseases
Any illness your child might have that could be transmitted to another student should be considered communicable. When in doubt, call your doctor.
Antibiotics
These are prescribed for infections. Please avoid spreading infection by keeping the student home until 24 hours after the first dose of medication.
Please call your school nurse if your child requires medication, or has any changes in their medical condition. If you are not sure, check with your nurse.