Attendance

• In case of absence or lateness, the parent/guardian must call the absence line at 848-2610.  A message can be left on the absence line at any time but no later than 8:45 a.m.  If you forget to call the absence line, the office will call to verify the student's absence.
   

• Notification is required for each day a child is absent.
   

• In the event that a child is absent for 5 or more consecutive days, a physician's note is required for re-admission to school.

 

Health Services and Screenings

• Every child is screened annually for height, weight, blood pressure, vision and hearing.  Calculation of the body mass index is done for each student and reported via the grades 3 - 6 health portfolios created in P.E. class.  Scoliosis screening is performed for all 5th grade students.  Parents will be informed of any deviations found during the screening process.
   

• The school attempts to provide an environment in which children are safe from accidents. If an accident or sudden illness occurs, first aid will be administered and the child's parents will be notified by the school nurse, if necessary.  If an injury or illness occurs at home, treatment should be given at home.  If treatment needs to be continued at school, a doctor's note is required describing the type of treatment.

 

Medications

• Students requiring medications at school need documentation from their doctor.  Forms are available from the Health Office.  Physician orders are required for over-the-counter medications as well as prescriptions.
   

• PLEASE NOTE:  STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO TRANSPORT MEDICATIONS!

 

Registration Requirements

• Registration for kindergarten students takes place in the spring prior to the year of entrance.  Each child must be five years of age on or before October 1st.  Each child participates in Dial 3, a kindergarten readiness screening.
   

• Parents/guardians must provide the following for any student entering the district

1. Birth Certificate

2. Proof of Residency

3. Current Immunizations and Physical Examination

4. Transfer card (if transferring from another school)

 

General Information

• Your child's medical information is confidential.  The nurse should be aware of situations concerning your child's physical, mental and emotional health, including daily medications that your child takes.  This is important information should your child become injured or ill at school.
   

• If your child suffers from a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or any other contagious illness, it is school policy that he/she remain out of school for 24 hours after the symptoms have cleared.
   

• Please contact the main office or school nurse if your emergency contact numbers should change.  This is extremely important if it is necessary to contact you for an injured or ill student.