Student Illness

When To Keep Your Child Home From School

We encourage students to remain at home when they are sick, however students do need to attend school consistently to be successful in the classroom. The patterns that children develop regarding health and illness will often time carryover into future school years as well as into their adulthood and the working world. Our goal is to work with students, parents, and staff to promote optimal health thus creating the best environment for learning.

Following are guidelines to assist you in making the correct decision until your doctor can be contacted. This information is not intended to be used as medical advice.

If you have any concerns about any of the above symptoms please contact your health care provider.

HOW DO GERMS SPREAD?

Germs spread through different routes. They can be spread by sneezing, coughing, touching contaminated surfaces. For you to become infected, you may touch the surface and then rub your eyes, scratch your nose or eat, allowing the germs to enter your body.

HOW DO I PREVENT THE SPREAD OF GERMS?

Preventing the spread of germs comes down to the basics. Wash your hands, wash you hands, wash your hands. Covering your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing will prevent the spread of germs. If your child is ill, stay at home. If you are ill, stay at home.

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