Illness Policy
Parents are asked to help control the spread of illness among children at school by following these guidelines.
Children should not attend school when:
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They have a temperature over 98.6, or a sore, red throat
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They have had a fever, vomiting, and/or diarrhea within the past 24 hours
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They have a contagious condition such as pinkeye, impetigo, etc
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They have a cold with a hacking cough, even if they have no fever
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Parents do not want the child to play outside
A parent or guardian may be contacted if their child:
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becomes increasingly ill during the day
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sustains an injury
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displays emotional distress and cannot be comforted in a reasonable amount of time
