HEALTH SERVICES

The goal of health services is to help students maintain optimal health status for academic success throughout their formal education.

Provides basic first-aid and evaluation of illnesses that occur during the school day
Communicates with parents if a student is seriously ill or injured
Excludes pupils from school who have symptoms of communicable diseases
Makes sure that:

Performs the state-mandated annual screenings
Educates pupils, parents and staff in regards to health education and health problems
Administers medication as per the school district and state guidelines
Develops school health plans for students with chronic health conditions
Promotes health and safety including a healthy environment
Actively collaborates with the education team
Guides parents and students to community resources available for proper medical treatment

authorized by the school physician
authorized by both a parent and private physician by written permission for their individual student to take

Is a regular member of the staff. She works together with the other staff to help pupils optimize their school experience.

Parents should make a point to know the school nurse and consult with her regarding the student's physical adjustment to the school.

If you have questions regarding your child's health, please feel free to call the nurse in your child's school.

Please follow the guidelines for face covering, handwashing, social distancing, and other safe practictes during the

COVID 19 pandemic. Our children's health and that of our staff, are our priority, so please be safe, patient, and

understanding as we navigate through this process.

Please click on the link below to review the COVID SYMPTOM CHECKER and contact your child's building nurse with any

questions or concerns.

COVID SYMPTOM CHECKER

Exeter Township School District