Regular school attendance is necessary for optimal learning. However, a mere presence at school does not ensure effective learning. A child must be feeling well in order to maximize the learning experience. In addition, a child who is sick and comes to school may help to spread the illness to other students and staff. It is recommended that a child remain home if any of the following conditions are present.

1.  Temperature of 100 degrees or higher.
2. The need for medication i.e. Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Motrin, ASA,to keep temperature below 100 degrees.
3. Vomiting and/or diarrhea with a loss of appetite and/or fever.
4. A rash that is itchy and spreading and of unknown cause. The child may return to school after an evaluation by their health care provider.
5. Acute pain that requires narcotic medication for relief.