The Pennsylvania Department of Health (PADOH) is reporting an unusually high number of cases of respiratory illness among school-age students so far this school year. As you gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, please encourage your children to practice good hand washing and cough hygiene.
When we return from break, please notify the school nurse if your child misses school due to a respiratory illness or fever, as we are now required to report outbreaks directly to PADOH. Please keep your children home from school if they have a fever higher than 100 degrees.
As a reminder, vaccination remains one of the best ways to prevent serious illness. The Department of Health encourages vaccination for flu and COVID-19 for everyone over the age of 6 months.
Thank you for your cooperation. Wishing you and your family a healthy and happy holiday season.