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What should I do if my child is ill?
Please notify your school nurse when your child is absent or late to school.
This helps with keeping track of the safety and wellbeing of your child and also assists the health office in monitoring what illnesses are going through school.
Your child must bring a written note from a parent, guardian or physician when returning to school, otherwise the absence is considered unexcused.
When should my child stay home?
Fever of 100 degrees or higher - must be fever free for a full 24 hrs before returning to school.
Vomiting / diarrhea - may return after 24 hrs without vomiting or diarrhea.
Strep throat - must be on antibiotics for a full 24hrs before returning to school.
Any contagious rash
Any suspicious rash - child must stay home until seen by their doctor
Your doctor recommends your child stay home
Please contact your school nurse if you have questions or you are unsure.
Medication Requirements
The school recognizes that there are occasions when it is necessary for a student to take medication prescribed by his/her private physician during hours that school in is session. We are happy to cooperate with your physician in giving your child necessary medication. However, NYS Education Law requires that specific procedures be followed when medication is administered in school. In addition to prescribed medication, these legal requirements also include all over the counter medications such as Advil, Tylenol, cold medicine and ointments. As required by law, our clarified distribution of medication procedure is as follows:
The school nurse must have a written order from your child’s physician. Written orders for prescription and nonprescription medications should minimally include:
Student’s name and date of birth
Name of medication
Dosage and route of administration
Frequency and time of administration
For prn (as needed) medications, conditions under which medication should be administered
Date written
Prescriber’s name, title, signature and phone number
The school nurse must have a written request on file from the parent to administer the medication, a verbal or telephone request from the parent cannot be accepted.
Medication orders must be renewed annually or when there is a change in medication or dosage. The pharmacy label does not constitute a written order and cannot be used in lieu of a written order from a licensed prescriber.
The medication should be delivered to the nurse, by the parent, in the original prescription bottle. Over the counter medication must come in the original, unopened container/package with the students name affixed to the container. All medication will be kept in the school nurse’s office. No medication should be sent to the school nurse with the child. The only exception would be if the student has an order (see attached Independent Carry letter and form), on file in the nurse’s office, from their physician that they may self-administer and self-carry their asthma inhaler, diabetic supplies, or their epi-pen due to the severity of the allergy. The temptation to share medication or the possibility that medication may be lost and fall into the hand of another student is a real danger.
Parents should report to the school nurse immediately if there has been a change in the course of treatment or in medication. A doctor order should also be sent to the school nurse with such change. We understand that these legal requirements may cause some frustration as we work with you to ensure that we are supporting our students while complying with requirements.
Medication Policy for Half Day of School:
A.M. Medications - Medications will be given as ordered in the morning.
P. M. Medications - The school recognizes that there are occasions when it is necessary for a student to take medication prescribed by his/her private physician during hours that school in is session. We are happy to cooperate with your physician in giving your child necessary medication. However, NYS Education Law requires that specific procedures be followed when medication is administered in school. In addition to prescribed medication, these legal requirements also include all over the counter medications such as Advil, Tylenol, cold medicine and ointments. As required by law, our clarified distribution of medication procedure is as follows:The school nurse must have a written order from your child’s physician. Written orders for prescription and nonprescription medications should minimally include:Student’s name and date of birthName of medicationDosage and route of administrationFrequency and time of administrationFor prn (as needed) medications, conditions under which medication should be administeredDate writtenPrescriber’s name, title, signature and phone numberThe school nurse must have a written request on file from the parent to administer the medication, a verbal or telephone request from the parent cannot be accepted.Medication orders must be renewed annually or when there is a change in medication or dosage. The pharmacy label does not constitute a written order and cannot be used in lieu of a written order from a licensed prescriber.The medication should be delivered to the nurse, by the parent, in the original prescription bottle. Over the counter medication must come in the original, unopened container/package with the students name affixed to the container. All medication will be kept in the school nurse’s office. No medication should be sent to the school nurse with the child. The only exception would be if the student has an order (see attached Independent Carry letter and form), on file in the nurse’s office, from their physician that they may self-administer and self-carry their asthma inhaler, diabetic supplies, or their epi-pen due to the severity of the allergy. The temptation to share medication or the possibility that medication may be lost and fall into the hand of another student is a real danger.Parents should report to the school nurse immediately if there has been a change in the course of treatment or in medication. A doctor order should also be sent to the school nurse with such change. We understand that these legal requirements may cause some frustration as we work with you to ensure that we are supporting our students while complying with requirements.Medication Policy for Half Day of School:A.M. Medications - Medications will be given as ordered in the morning.P. M. Medications - Medications will not be given for any student requiring an afternoon dose (unless specifically requested by the parent). This medication dose will need to be given by the parent/guardian at home.ll not be given for any student requiring an afternoon dose (unless specifically requested by the parent). This medication dose will need to be given by the parent/guardian at home.
New York State Physical Requirements
Each new student, within thirty days of his or her entrance into school, must submit to the school a report of a physical exam.
Within 30 days of starting Prek or K, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, and 11th grade, a report must be submitted.
This report of a physical exam (Health Certificate / Appraisal Form) must be completed and signed by a New York State licensed physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
The date of the physical exam is not to be more than twelve months prior to the beginning of the school year in which the examination is required.
A notice will be sent to the parents or guardians of any student who does not provide the school with the report of physical exam (Health Certificate / Appraisal Form). If the report is not turned in within 30 days of that notice, the school physician will examine your child at the school.
Sport Requirements
Students participating in school sports need to have had an updated physical exam on file in the nurses office, dated within 12 months prior to the start of the sport season.
The student will not be permitted to participate in the sport without an updated physical.