Immunizations

Every child enrolled is required to have the necessary immunizations mandated by New York State health laws. Exemptions for immunizations on religious or health grounds must be submitted to the school before your child begins attending. Your child will not be able to attend school without immunization records or an exemption letter.

Forms

A standard health form filled out by the child’s doctor must be submitted each year. The forms will be provided by the school and must be returned prior to the first day of school. Your child will not be able to attend school without them! Additionally, it is recommended that you make a copy for your records.
Medication may not be given to your child unless you fill out the proper forms from the Department of Health. These forms will be given to you if they are requested.

Medical Emergencies

Emergency telephone numbers must be provided on registration forms allowing school personnel to contact a parent in a crisis situation. Because hospital emergency rooms will not treat an ill or injured child without the consent of a parent, it is crucial that we are able to reach you in case of an emergency.

When Children Should be Kept Home

Please keep your child at home when a fever is present, s/he has unexplained rashes, vomiting and or diarrhea, conjunctivitis (pink eye), or other contagious diseases, such as chicken pox, lice, impetigo or ringworm. Please keep your child home when mucus from a cold is extensive or cloudy. Every effort is made to inform all parents in the cooperative when any child contracts a contagious disease.

Chronic Health Conditions or Allergies

Please inform the school in writing about any chronic conditions (such as asthma) or allergies that your child may have. Food allergies must also be posted with a picture of your child on the refrigerator, and in your child’s classroom. Medical alert bracelets are highly recommended.

Note: The Maple Street School is a dynamic organization, therefore it is important to note there may be changes to this Family Handbook often.