Student Health
Dear PCA Families,
Thank you for visiting the Student Health Resource page. If you have any questions about the information listed please feel free to contact the school nurses the Lower School x 108 or the Upper School x 114).
Absences
If your child is absent, please call the absence lines with the reason. If your child is ill, please report what the symptoms are: sore throat, fever, cough, vomiting or diarrhea, etc. Children who have had a fever (100 or above)must not return to school until they have been fever free for 24 hours without the use of medication(Tylenol/Advil etc)
If you have any questions about whether your child should be in school, please call to speak with one of the nurses.
Absence Lines: Lower School x 112 Upper School x 114
Over-the-counter medications
Students:
- must not bring their own over- the –counter medications to school. If you anticipate your child needing any medication, you should discuss this with the school nurse. The appropriate forms must be filled out and signed by a parent/guardian
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shall not share any prescription or over-the-counter medication with another student.
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Notice of this prohibition is in student handbooks. Students acting in violation of this prohibition will be subject to discipline consistent with applicable Board policies. This policy shall extend to any school-sponsored activity, event, or program.
This is a safety measure to prevent someone taking a medication that may not be appropriate for them or taking something that may cause harm or an allergic reaction.
Heads Up: Concussion In Youth Sports
A fact Sheet for PARENTS
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Tissues
Hand Sanitizer
Adult Blood Pressure Cuff
Ibuprofen
Twin Size Comforters(2)
Vitamin C Drops/lozenges
Tissues
Hand Sanitizer
Adult Blood Pressure Cuff
Ibuprofen
Twin Size Comforters(2)
Vitamin C Drops/lozenges
LS
Sponges
Ziplock Bags
Children's Acetaminophen(Tylenol)
Children's Ibuprofen(Advil,Motrin)
Tissues
Sponges
Ziplock Bags
Children's Acetaminophen(Tylenol)
Children's Ibuprofen(Advil,Motrin)
Tissues
Sheets(twin)
The Centers for Disease Control has information and a fact sheet about physical activity and the effects it has on the health of adolescents. You can get it at http://www.cdc.gov/NCCDPHP/sgr/adoles.htm.
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Lice
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5210 Healthy NH
Healthy NH is a program sponsored by the Foundation for Healthy Communities. It encourages you to eat 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day. Cut screen time to 2 hours or less a day. Participate in at least one hour of physical activity every day. And to restrict soda and sweetened sports and fruit drinks. Instead, drink water and 3-4 servings a day of skim or 1% milk. Please go to www.mypyramid.gov for more information.
Health Promotion in Motion
Eat Healthy, Be Active
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Teens Who Eat Breakfast Daily Eat Healthier Diets Than Those That Skip (and perform better academically too!) (please click on title for more information.
New Web Site Features Games to Teach Kids About Skin Health
A new Web site created by dermatologists lets kids learn how to practice good skin care virtually, or risk the consequences of pimples, greasy hair, a poison ivy rash and sunburn. At the American Academy of Dermatology's new Web site, www.KidsSkinHealth.org, kids ages 8-12 can play games and learn fun facts about skin, hair and nail care. Information for parents about how to care for their child's skin and their own skin is included.
Healthy Snacks and Healthy Celebrations! (please click on title for more information)
Safe Medication Disposal (please click on title for more information)
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