Childhood Illness
Here you will find information on some of the more common childhood illnesses we see in school, as well as some further information on procedures and nurse recommendations.
When to Keep Students Home from School
Fever greater than 100.0 degrees: A fever let's us know that our body is fighting something off. We are contagious during this time and need rest. Students should be fever free for at least 24 hours, without fever reducing medication, before returning to school.
Vomiting and/or diarrhea:Students should stay home for 24 hours to make sure they can keep food/liquids down.
Sore throat with a fever greater than 100.0 degrees:Students should stay home until they are fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication. If they are diagnosed with Strep throat, then they should stay home until they have been on the antibiotics for 24 hours.
Excessive coughing that produces thick mucous:Students should stay home if they are coughing so much it keeps them from participating in class or disrupts their classmates, or they are coughing so hard it is causing vomiting.
Of course there are always exceptions. Your school nurse is a great resource, please contact her for any questions.