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The school year is almost over and summer break will soon be here.  Summer plans usually include some days in the water, in the sun and having fun.  Don’t forget to use healthy habits like sunscreen and plenty of water for good hydration.  This will go far towards staying well in the summer.  Seasonal allergies are often still acting up through out the summer.  Keep up the prevention of colds (yes, even in summer) by covering coughs and sneezes and good hand-washing etc.

Summer is a good time to get re-organized for the new school year.  Up-date your child’s health protocol if there are any changes.  Become familiar with the school district’s plans for emergencies and formalize your family emergency plans.  Check out the links on the parent and student pages of the school district web site for emergency preparedness information. 

The health protocols are used to advise staff working with your child of their individual needs, especially when there is a possible emergency related to their health needs.  Just a reminder about student health protocols: you may renew this year’s protocol by signing the “returning student” statement on the Emergency Contact and Health Information form that is part of the registration process.  If there are any changes to your child’s health protocol or your child has new health needs you will need to complete a new protocol form. 

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Martha Covrig, RN, District Nurse, Grants Pass School District #7