March News from the Health Office
Health Update:
Even though the weather is improving, we are still in the midst of “flu season.” Please observe your child and keep him or her home if they are ill to prevent the spread of illness to classmates and school staff.
You must keep your child home and call your physician when one or more of the following symptoms persist:
- Fever of 100.0º F or higher, taken in the morning before school – child must be fever free for 24 hours (without the use of medication) before returning to school.
- Nausea or vomiting
- Skin rash or sores
- Inflamed, swollen or reddened eyes
- Excessive coughing or sneezing
- Diarrhea
- Sore throat
- Headache/earache
Your child must be free from the above illnesses for 24 hours before returning to school, or you may provide a doctor’s note indicating that the child is medically cleared to attend school.
If you are unsure on what to give your child to treat their illness, don’t hesitate to consult with their doctor’s office for their recommendation. The CDC has a nice parent guideline on their website, www.cdc.gov/flu.
Dental examination forms are due May 15th, 2019 for current kindergarten and second grade learners. Letters were sent home in February to families who have not turned these in. Please contact the health office at (847) 472-3445 if you have any questions.
Extra Set of Clothes
Please make sure that your child has a complete set of extra clothes in their locker or backpack. There should be a shirt, pants, underwear and socks. This applies to all Brentwood students kindergarten through 5th grade. Accidents due happen and some are unavoidable. This includes milk getting spilled in lunch or falling in the mud or rain. Again, the Health Office only has a limited supply of clothes and sizes.
Healthy Eating
Mornings can be very hectic. It is important to allow enough time for your child to have a healthy breakfast to start the day so they can function at their best and be active learners. Also, if allowed in the classroom, send your child with a healthy snack like a fruit or vegetables.
