Important Information to Share with your School Nurse

School nurses look forward to speaking to parents and guardians about any health concerns that they may have regarding their children. Good communication between parents and school nurses ensures the healthiest outcomes for all of our students. Please feel free to contact your child’s school nurse at any time. It is essential to contact your child’s school nurse if:

  • There has been a change in your emergency contact information
  • Your child has received a new medical diagnosis
  • There has been a change in your child’s health
  • Your child has been hospitalized
  • Your child has been treated for an infectious disease
  • Your child has been started on a new medication
  • There has been a change in your child’s medication
  •  Your child has allergies or has developed a new allergy
  • Your child has received a recent injury that requires accommodations for gym,

transportation, etc.

  • Your child has been absent for an extended period of time or may require excused

absences in the future for a health condition

  • There has been a recent change in your family, such as a birth, loss, or serious illness.
  • There has been a change in your child’s health insurance, or you need help with
    obtaining health insurance for your child