Now that cold and flu season is upon us, here are a few guidelines to follow before allowing your child to return to school after an illness:
Children must be without fever free for 24 hours before returning to school. A Negative Covid test must be sent to the nurse before they enter the building.
Illnesses that require antibiotic therapy should be reported to the nurses' office. Children being treated with these prescribed medications need to stay home for at least 24 hours. A physician’s note is requested before returning to school.
Fevers, coughs, headaches, stomachaches, earaches, sore throats, and unexplained rashes that persist more than a few days should be reported to a physician.
Most importantly, listen and look at your children. If they don’t appear to be themselves, please keep them home an extra day. Chances are they are still not up to spending a whole day in school. They are also more susceptible to contracting additional illnesses and infections. Children returning to school who are still ill are at risk not only to themselves but also to other students and staff. Please be considerate.
Children well enough to attend school are expected to participate in outdoor recess (weather permitting). Please dress them appropriately (coat, gloves, hat, etc.)
Many over-the counter cold medications may cause drowsiness. If your child’s illness still requires these medications, it may be best to keep them home to rest. An extra day recuperating can make all the difference.
If your child is diagnosed with a communicable disease such as strep, conjunctivitis (pink eye), chicken pox, pneumonia, bronchitis, Fifth’s disease, mononucleosis, head lice or a contagious rash, you must notify the Medical Office.
If you have any questions about sending your child back to school, please call Salem Health Office (767-5410).
