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| Q. What immunizations will my child need for school? | A. The required immunizations for school are based upon the Mass. Department of Public Health requirement. Children may not enter Agawam schools without proof of immunization. This must be presented in order to register for school. IMMUNIZATION LAW |
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| Q. When should I keep my child home because of illness?
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A. We all agree that students need to be in school to learn. However, in order for our children to perform well they need to be healthy. There are some basic guidelines we use to determine when to send students home and that can assist you to know when to keep them out of school. To minimize the spread of illness, do not send your child to school if they have:
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| Q. What if my child needs medication in school? | A. Medication may not be given in school until the school nurse receives written orders from the student's physician/dentist. A parent or guardian signature is also required. This applies to both prescription and over the counter medications including inhalers, ointments, ear/eye drops, Tylenol, etc. Medications must be stored at school in the original prescription container with clear and precise labeling that matches the written order. Parents must ensure the safe delivery of medications to school. (Students are not allowed to carry medications with them.) The first dose of medication should be given at home. Medication permission forms are available at the schools. All questions regarding medications should be directed to the school nurse. | ||
