Kindergarten Orientation 2015 Peggy Mack, RN Certified School Nurse

Registration February 23 – February 27 9:30-11:30 & 1-2:30 To pick up a packet you will need proof of residency (DL, utility bill –with name on it) Packets need to be returned on or before Feb 23

What is needed to register your child? Original birth certificate Immunizations – all up to date –Middletown Health Dept can provide required immunizations if you are uninsured or if under Family Care. Physical Exam - after 7/1/14, due to me by 6/15/15 Proof of residency – 4 documents Emergency contact information

Growth & Development Health History Fill out front and back and sign. Include any health information relevant to your child. Any medical information you provide me is strictly confidential unless other staff members need to know (food allergies, seizures, asthma)

Medication Policy Physician’s Note Parent’s permission Original container Children are not allowed to deliver medications to school. You will be notified at the end of the year for medication pick up. Any questions, please call me.

Communicable Diseases A Doctor’s note is required when your child has been absent with such diseases as Strep Throat, Scarlet Fever, Conjunctivitis, etc. If you have any questions, please keep in touch with me. Absences are medically excused with a signed doctor’s note for attendance purposes (not a written parent note).

Illnesses Common cold – OK for school, exceptions Fever – child should be fever free for 24 hours, fevers over 100 in school will be sent home Diarrhea – do not send to school, if occurs at school you will be called to take your child home Vomiting – any vomiting will be sent home Conjunctivitis – clears quickly when treated Lice – excluded from class, home until nit free

Food Allergies We take this matter very seriously. If your child has life threatening food allergies, see me for additional paperwork. Your child may be in a classroom with a student with severe food allergies. You will be notified at the beginning of the year regarding food restrictions in the classroom.

Nutrition Childhood obesity is rising. Send healthy snacks: fruit, vegetables, yogurt, crackers, 100% fruit juices or milk. Avoid candy, sugary cookies, chips. For parties try sending a healthy alternative – fruit kabobs or a non-edible surprise.

Orthopedic Injuries If your child requires an ace bandage, splint, or arm sling come in to the Health Office with a Doctor’s note. A crutch order is necessary from your Doctor. A Doctor’s note is needed to be excused from Physical Education Class.

Screenings Height and weights Blood pressure Vision Hearing Scoliosis (Grade 5 or over 10 years old)

Special Activities Jump Rope for Heart Holiday Food and Clothing Drives Bayview Garden Field Day Bayview Helps its Own Catch U

Open Door Policy My office is not only open to students and staff – I am here for YOU!