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QES Health Office

"Healthy kids make better learners"

Nurses:

Mrs. Barbara Coats RN - email me

Mrs. Michelle Shine RN - email me

 

Philosophy: The registered nurses of Queensbury Elementary School believe that a healthy child in a safe and healthy environment is the best learner.

   Our mission is:

         blue_pulse_md_clr.gif to support student success by helping them reach their maximum health potential in the school setting by:

  • timely and accurate nursing assessment for students and staff
  • intervention that is appropriate
  • evaluation and referral for our students and colleagues

         blue_pulse_md_clr.gif to contribute to a healthy school environment for all through:

  • infection control
  • accident prevention
  • health promotion/education
  • collaboration with school and community resources

 

Health Concerns:

Please keep your school nurse updated on your child's health status, such as surgeries, medications, illness/diseases, new diagnoses or other conditions that may affect your child's school performance.  Please make sure the emergency card is completed, signed and updated as needed.

Questions and Answers for Parents

Is my child too ill to attend school? Parents are often confronted with this decision when a child  complains of not feeling well.  Here are some guidelines to help you with your decision:

  • Fever - 100 degrees or higher - should not attend school and should be free of fever 24 hours before returning to school.
  • Sore Throat/Colds/Coughs - Minor cold symptoms are common and usually don't interfere with school attendance.
  • Rash - Accompanied with other symptoms such as fever/sore throat/vomiting should not attend school.
  • Vomiting and Diarrhea - A child should be free from vomiting and/or diarrhea for 24 hours before returning to school.

 

Summer Safety Tips - click here for information.