Sick/Absent FAQ: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. What is a fever?
2. Does my child need a physical this year?
3. Can my child bring medications to school?
4. My child has strep throat, when can he return to school?

What is a fever?

The Health Office considers a temperature of greater than or equal to 100 a 
fever.  If your child has been running a fever in the past 24 hours they 
should not be sent to school.

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Does my child need a physical this year?

For the current school year, physicals are required for all 1st, 2nd, 4th, 
and 7th graders.  Also, any student new to the school must have a current 
physical. If you can't have a physical until after a certain date due to 
insurance coverage just let us know so we won't bother you with reminders!  
Thank you for your cooperation.

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Can my child bring medications to school?

If your child requires any medication during the school day, including over 
the counter cold medicine, cough drops, lotions, or creams, it must be 
brought to the Health Office by a parent along with a doctor's order and a 
signed permission slip.  The children are not allowed to take any medication 
without a doctor's order.

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My child has strep throat, when can he return to school?

Your child should have the antibiotics in their system for a full 24 hours 
before returning to school.  Returning prior to this puts their classmates 
at risk of getting ill.

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