Back To School

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Update your school nurse with current   health issues.

Please report any health issues   your child has that could impact safety and learning to your school nurse.

Complete the Annual Student Health Update form either:

· Visit PowerSchool online or

· Complete a paper copy included in the start of   school packet

You may also contact the nurse directly by phone or e-mail.

Does   your child need medication at school?

Ask   your health provider to complete the
Authorization for Medications Taken at School Form.

· Each medication requires its own form

· You AND your health care provider must sign the form

· Required for   all medication including over the counter medication.

· Emergency medications must be in the building on or before the first day of school 

· All medications must be unexpired and in their original container 

Are your child’s immunizations records up to date?

If you received a letter from Health Services about immunizations your child needs for school,  please make sure they receive the immunization(s) listed in the letter. Send the immunization record to your school nurse or have your health care provider fax the record to the nurse.

Immunization Requirements 

Know how to limit the spread of Covid-19 and practice these steps:

· Avoid close contact with people outside of your home

· Cover your nose and mouth with a mask in public

· Wash your hands frequently

· Keep hands away from your face

· Cover sneezes and coughs

· Stay at home if you are ill

· Get vaccinated when you are eligible

· Use the Public Health SCAN program if you worry your child may have symptoms

· Free COVID testing