Health Concerns

What does the school need to know about your child?

Attention Deficit or
Hyperactivity Disorder                 
Type of medication your child is taking as well as times they are usually administered.  Does your child have problems with the medication that the school should know about.
Allergic Reactions:

Bees/Insects
Environmental: pollens, dust, smoke, etc                                                                                                          
Foods
You should provide the school with an Epi Pen to use if your child has an allergic reaction
Have doctor complete a Special Diet Letter (copy available at School Lunch Office or on the index of this web site)
Asthma


Request a second inhale from pharmacy to be maintained at school.
If your child asthma is severe, you should request a note from doctor so your child can keep their inhaler with them
Request an extra spacer for child to keep at school also
Behavior Problems
Type of medication your child is taking as well as times they are usually administered.  Does your child have problems with the medication that the school should know about.
Diabetes

Updated care plan from your doctor which will include: Range for blood/sugars, guidelines for high and low sugars, insulin doses, ketones checks, snacks
You should supply the school with healthy snacks for your child for the entire the year.  Doesn't have to bring them in all at once.  A supply of glucose tabs and a current syringe and vial of Glucagon needs to be maintained in the nurse's office.
Seizures
How often does your child have seizures and what care/notifications should be provided afterwards.  The type of medication your child is taking and the name of your primary care provider.
Surgery
You should indicate type of surgery and the date if it has been a recent event or if the surgery will cause your child have any difficulty participating in normal school activities, including sporting events.
Stomach
Stomachache are a common occurrence with school age children.  90% of the time their is not detectable reason, but if your child has a diagnosis that the school should be aware of, please indicate that information on child health record
Skin
Numerous skin eruption are seen on children and many are considered contagious until cleared by a doctor.  Please provide medical documentation to the school if your child has a chronic condition of this type.  This will help in unnecessary missed days of school.
Other medical history
Anything that can or may hinder your child's ability to participate in any school related activity should be noted.