Welcome to Kindergarten Health information Kathleen Mann RN,BSN,NCSN Howard Suamico School District

District Nurses Kathleen Mann RN –(920) –EC-Grade 4, Forest Glen, Meadowbrook, Suamico, Howard, Bay Harbor Emily Mroczynski RN –(920) –Grade 5-12, Lineville, Bay View, Bay Port

Recommended Exams Medical, Dental and Eye exams are encouraged (routine check-ups) Forms included in packets

Health Alerts Health history (obtained from parent/physician input) updated yearly and “as needed” or requested Shared with school staff on a “need to know” basis Determine if it is a Health alert or IHP (individualized health plan) IHP developed between school nurse and parent –Indicates health condition/illness –Specifies school implications and or emergency measures needed –Identifies parent contact information (important to keep current)

Medications School Policy Medications must be brought to school in original labeled container with student name Medication authorizations –Prescription medication require parent and provider signature –Over the counter medications require parent signature –Forms available in school office and district website

Immunizations Mandatory state requirement Specific guidelines established each year Resources: –Wisconsin immunization Registry (WIR) –Communicable Disease Center (CDC) –Brown County Health Dept. (BCHD) Immunization clinics Waiver Notification of immunizations to Pupil services secretary

District nurses available throughout district and by office, cell phone contact. Secretaries and special education aides trained in; – American Heart CPR, AED, and First Aid –Medication administration –Blood borne pathogens precautions Staff

Parent Resources District Nurses: Kathy Mann RN Emily Mroczynski RN Pupil Service Secretary: School Secretaries: –Bay Harbor –Howard –Forest Glen –Meadowbrook –Suamico Howard Suamico Web site: hssd.k12.wi.us –District Medication forms –Pupil Services Notes from the nurse Immunization requirements Community resource links