Notes from the Nurse: March

March is poison prevention/awareness month. With spring on the way, the Poison Control website has posted pointers in preventing poisonings from common household items. Please visit the following website for more information: https://www.nnepc.org/

• Keep household cleaning products in original containers and follow directions for use and disposal

• Allow good ventilation when using chemicals by opening windows or using fans

• Stay away from bug and weed killers that have been sprayed for at least an hour

• Wear protective clothing when spraying

Motivating your child to exercise:

With the warmer weather on the way, it is a great way to motivate your child to go outside, get fresh air and exercise. Inspire your youngster to get fit with 10-minute bursts of activity. Here are ways to put them on the road to getting 60 minutes, or more, of exercise a day.

• Do a routine with jumping jacks, toe touches, knee lifts, squats, and lunges. One person can be the leader, and the other follows his/her moves.

• Take “power walks” outside or up and down the stairs in your home. Pump your arms as you go.

• Start a skipping contest. You could skip across the backyard, through a nearby field, or down the sidewalks.

• Grab a ball, frisbee, or beanbag, and play catch outside. Mix things up by catching with both hands, with one hand, or over your head. Bonus: Your child will also practice hand-eye coordination.

Illness

When can students return to school after illness?

When symptoms of illness have improved
Symptoms of fever, vomiting, or diarrhea, should be resolved for at least 24 hours without medication before returning to school
If an antibiotic is warranted (such as for strep throat) the individual may return 24 hours after starting the antibiotic and symptoms have improved

For more information about the flu, go to: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/flu.html

Reach out to Mrs. Page if you have any questions.

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Our last day of Winter Activities will be on Monday March 16, 2026. Please be sure your child wears the appropriate clothing for the activity they chose.