From the Nurse

As we head into cold and flu season, please see the reminders below regarding illnesses. Reach out to Dora Hall, School Nurse, with any questions at any time: dhall@st-johnschool.org. Thank you for your help in keeping our community healthy.

ILLNESS POLICY: Please adhere to the following school illness guidelines: 

  • Children must stay home if they are sick: Inform the school by submitting the attendance form. The school will send students home if they exhibit symptoms of illness.
  • Respiratory Symptoms: These symptoms include, but are not limited to, fever, chills, fatigue, cough, runny nose, and/or headache. Individuals can return to school when, for 24 hours, both are true:
    • Fever-free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications AND 
    • Symptoms are improving overall 
  • Fever: A temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 C) or higher is considered a fever. Individuals must stay home from school if they have a fever. Individuals should be fever-free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications before returning to school.  
  • Vomiting/Diarrhea: Individuals should stay home for 24 hours after the last time they vomited or had diarrhea.