Cold & Flu Season Reminder
As the weather changes, so does the spread of seasonal illnesses like colds and the flu. Here are a few ways we can work together to keep our students healthy and ready to learn:
Get the Flu Vaccine: The flu shot is the best way to help protect your child and others around them.
Keep Sick Kids Home: If your child has a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or is feeling too unwell to participate in class, please keep them home until they are symptom-free for at least 24 hours (without fever-reducing medicine).
Healthy Habits Help: Remind your child to wash their hands often, cover coughs and sneezes, and avoid sharing drinks or food with others.
Thank you for helping us keep our school a healthy place for all students!
Vaccinations: All student vaccinations must be current and submitted to the school no later than September 11. Students who do not have updated records on file may be excluded from school until requirements are met, as required by state guidelines.
Health Forms: Please be sure we have current information on file for your child, including allergies, chronic health conditions, emergency contacts, and any special health needs.
Medications at School: For the safety of all students, children may not carry or bring medication to school in backpacks, pockets, or lunchboxes. All medications must be delivered by a parent or guardian to the nurse’s office, and a current doctor’s order with a parent/guardian permission form is required before any prescription or over-the-counter medication can be administered.
Clinic Donations: Our clinic is currently accepting donations of gently used shorts and pants, new packages of underwear, and bottled water to help support students in need. Any contributions are greatly appreciated.
These steps help us provide the best care for your child and keep our school community healthy and supported. If your child will need medication or has a health condition that requires special attention, please contact me as soon as possible to make arrangements.
Thank you for your cooperation and partnership. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions—I’m here to help
Warm regards,
Debbie Rucker, RN
832-484-6284
drucker1@kleinisd.net