Illness Policy – When to Keep Your Child Home

Please keep your child at home if they experience any of the following:

• Fever of 101°F or higher

• Vomiting or diarrhea (especially if ongoing or occurring together)

• Unidentified rash
  (A doctor’s note may be required before returning)

• Pink eye (conjunctivitis) with redness or discharge
  (Children may return after 24 hours of prescribed treatment)

• Thick yellow or green nasal discharge, which may indicate infection

• Head lice
  (Children may return once all nits have been completely removed)

• Persistent sore throat

Returning to Care

• Children may return to care once symptoms have improved and they are able to comfortably participate in daily activities.

Thank You for Partnering With Us

• We appreciate families partnering with us to help keep all children and staff safe and healthy.