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How Sick Is Too Sick?

Posted Date: 11/12/25 (3:07 PM)

How sick is too sick?

Message From Nurse Sheila

November 12, 2025
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When to Keep Your Child Home from School

It's crucial to recognize when your child is too sick for school to ensure their well-being and prevent the spread of illness.

Keep Them Home If They Have: 
·                    Fever (100.4 F or above) 
·                    Persistent Cough 
·                    Vomiting 
·                    Diarrhea 
·                    Contagious disease 
 
Medication Needs: If your child requires medication to manage symptoms, it might be a sign they need to stay home. In some cases, we may advise consulting with your healthcare provider before returning to school. 

Current Outbreaks: We'll communicate any information about illness outbreaks at school and within the community. 

If Your Child Becomes Sick at School 
·   Immediate Care: We'll do our best to care for them and follow our "How Sick is Too Sick" policy. 

·   Pick-Up: For certain illnesses, we'll contact you to pick them up promptly. Please ensure your contact information is up to date with the front desk. 

·   Your Cooperation: We appreciate your timely response in picking up your ill child, so they can rest and recover. 
 
Sheila Lawson LPN
Elementary School
970-369-6930