Sick/Absent FAQ: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
When should I keep my child home from school?
The American Academy of Pediatrics and RRISD recommend that students be kept home from school if any of the following conditions exist: - Signs of severe illness, including fever, difficulty breathing, irritability or extreme sleepiness. - Vomiting or diarrhea 2 or more times in 24 hours. - Fever or rash until a physician has determined that the problem is not caused by an infectious disease. -Fever over 100 degreesBack to Top
The American Academy of Pediatrics and RRISD recommend that students be kept home from school if any of the following conditions exist: - Signs of severe illness, including fever, difficulty breathing, irritability or extreme sleepiness. - Vomiting or diarrhea 2 or more times in 24 hours. - Fever or rash until a physician has determined that the problem is not caused by an infectious disease. -Fever over 100 degrees
When can my child return to school?
Students must be symptom free and fever free for 24 hours(without the use of fever reducing medications) before they return to school.Back to Top
Students must be symptom free and fever free for 24 hours(without the use of fever reducing medications) before they return to school.
My child has Strep throat, who should I notify?
Please call the Nurses's office at 424-8010 to report any communicable disease such as strep throat, head lice, conjunctivitis (pink eye),or chicken pox.Back to Top
Please call the Nurses's office at 424-8010 to report any communicable disease such as strep throat, head lice, conjunctivitis (pink eye),or chicken pox.
I'm concered that my child may need glasses. What should I do?
Vision and Hearing screening is performed on all students at Cactus Ranch Elementary during the first 3 months of school. You will be notifird in writing if your child does not pass the screening. If at any time during the school year you have concerns about your child's vision or hearing, please call the Nurses office at 424-8010 and we will rescreen your child.Back to Top
Vision and Hearing screening is performed on all students at Cactus Ranch Elementary during the first 3 months of school. You will be notifird in writing if your child does not pass the screening. If at any time during the school year you have concerns about your child's vision or hearing, please call the Nurses office at 424-8010 and we will rescreen your child.