Sick/Absent FAQ: This page contains answers to common questions of students 
and 
parents.

1. What happens if my child needs medications during school hours?
2. Do I always need a doctor's note when my child is out sick?
3. My child had a fever this morning. Do I send him to school?
4. My child says he/she feels fine after vomiting all night. Do I send him/her?
5. I want to bring cupcakes or brownies to my child's class for their birthday.
6. I just found out my child has ADHD. I need more information about medication.
7. I changed my home number/ cell number. Should I notify the school?
8. One of my emergency contact numbers has changed. Now what do I do?
9. My child will be absent for a family vacation. Do I advise the school?
10. I need to register my child who will be entering kindergarten in September.
11. I think my child may have head lice. What do I do?
12. I treat my child with an over the counter head lice shampoo. Now what?
13. Is there a web site I can check for the Cape May County Dept of Health?
14. My child will be attending an after school activity. Is there a nurse?

What happens if my child needs medications during school hours?

All medications must have a doctor's order to be given at school 
(including over the counter meds). If a doctor orders meds 2 
times a day, it should be given at home, 12 hours apart. If a 
child needs medications 4 times a day...have your doctor write a 
note that the medicine needs to be given at school. Ask them to 
write: Medication name, how much to give and when it should be 
given. All meds should be sent in the original prescription 
bottle. If you have any questions concerning this, please call 
me (390-2242 Ext.2113).

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Do I always need a doctor's note when my child is out sick?

If your child is absent for 5 consecutive days you will need a 
doctor's note. When your child is absent, please call the 
attendance line at 390-2242 Ext. 500.

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My child had a fever this morning. Do I send him to school?

Please do not send a child to school with a fever. Although over 
the counter meds may take the fever away, it only lasts 4 hours. 
Children need to be fever-free for 24 hours.

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My child says he/she feels fine after vomiting all night. Do I send him/her?

No! Your child needs to replace lost fluids. They also need to 
make up for lost sleep. A child needs to be well rested and 
hydrated in order to learn.

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I want to bring cupcakes or brownies to my child's class for their birthday.

Due to the new Wellness Policy, it is not recommended that you 
bring these foods. If you want to send a treat, I recommend you 
check the list of acceptable foods provided by the cafeteria food 
service. This does not mean you must buy the products from them. 
It's just a list of acceptable foods approved by the Wellness 
Policy. All school districts in New Jersey are trying to curb the 
amount of high fat, sugar, and foods of minimal nutritional 
value, that can lead to childhood obesity.

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I just found out my child has ADHD. I need more information about medication.

Go to the icon and click on the General Health Link. This website 
will explain the medications for ADHD and Depression. It's a 
great site with valuable information!

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I changed my home number/ cell number. Should I notify the school?

The only way the school can contact you is by calling your home, 
cell or work numbers. Please call the school @ 390-2242 to keep 
your information current.

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One of my emergency contact numbers has changed. Now what do I do?

Contact the school secretaries, the school nurse, or your child's 
teacher.

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My child will be absent for a family vacation. Do I advise the school?

If your child will be absent for an extended period of time, 
please notify the front office secretaries. In order to prevent 
unnecessary phone calls from the front office, please let us know 
your child will be absent from school. Let us know how long they 
will be out and when they will return.

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I need to register my child who will be entering kindergarten in September.

Kindergarten Registration is held in February of the school-year 
before your child will attend. In order to register you will need 
to bring: Birth Certificate, Proof of Immunization record, and 2 
Proofs of Residency (Driver's License,utility bill, tax bill, 
etc;). You will NOT be permitted to register unless ALL items are 
presented. You may return at a later date when all items are 
presented.

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I think my child may have head lice. What do I do?

Contact the school nurse at 390-2242 Ext.2113. The nurse will 
give you some recommendations to handle this situation. Head lice 
is a common condition in elementary children, it is NOT a 
disease. Having lice does not mean you are not clean. 
Be sure to check this web page for more detailed information 
concerning head lice.

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I treat my child with an over the counter head lice shampoo. Now what?

Be sure to contact the nurse @ 390-2242 Ext. 2113 to let them 
know that your child has been treated. Once treated, and the nits 
have been removed, you can return your child to school. If the 
medicated shampoo recommends a re-treatment in 7-10 days, be sure 
to check your child's hair to see if a re-treatment is necessary. 
Your child's hair should be checked DAILY for eggs or live lice 
for at least 2 weeks.

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Is there a web site I can check for the Cape May County Dept of Health?

Yes, the Cape May County Dept of Health link is:
www.cmchealth.net

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My child will be attending an after school activity. Is there a nurse?

There is not a nurse available for after school activities. If 
your child has a special medical need, be sure to discuss this 
with the people involved in the after school program.

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