Please remind your child of the following:

• Pupils must promptly inform a staff member if they become ill/injured.
• Pupils must have permission from a staff member to see the nurse. Also, children must visit the nurse if requested to do so by a staff member.
• The nurse will assess the illness/injury (and provide proper treatment as necessary).
• Children may be requested to report back to the nurse for follow-up visit(s).
• An Accident Report will be filled out for any significant injury.

ACCIDENT INSURANCE (FORMS)

If your child sustains an injury at school or in a school sponsored activity/sport please follow the following guidelines:

• All injuries must be reported to the Health Office by the student that day or the next school day, a report of the injury will be taken at that time.
• Upon request, the Health Office will provide a claim form for the district's insurance carrier. We can only provide a claim form for reported injuries.
• The school district has a supplemental insurance plan. All expenses must be submitted to your insurance first.

CASTS/CRUTCHES/SPLINTS/SUTURES/WHEELCHAIRS

• A doctor's note is required if your child will be coming to school with any of the items listed above.
• On the first day back to school, report to the school nurse upon arrival.
• The nurse, in consultation with the principal, will advise you of special arrangements, program modifications, and/or restrictions.
• Pupils will not be permitted to participate in physical education classes, recess activities, intramural, or interscholastic activities.
• A letter from a Physician is required stating when a child may resume the physical activities listed above.
• Contact the school nurse if your child is unable to attend school (for an extended period of time) due to a serious injury, surgery, rehabilitation, or if your child requires the use of a wheelchair.