Last year during the first week of October, Emerson recorded 81 absences. Last week, we recorded 236 absences.
While I'm no Johnny Carson, here are my top 10 recommendations:
10. Make up an absence (or 3!) in Saturday School: October 24, 31, or November 7.
9. Email or call (memorize their extension!) your child's teacher to get make up work.
8. Instead of watching TV while recuperating, have your child read or watch the math videos (See the link on the right).
7. Consider getting a flu shot...we will be offering them to families later in the month.
6. Dress your child in layers for cold mornings and warm afternoons.
5. Teach your child to cough (or sneeze) into their arm. Hands can pass germs.
4. Discuss with them how touching their noses, eyes and mouths can get them sick.
3. Keep your children hydrated and ensure healthy meals (I recommend hot soup).
2. Stress the importance of frequent hand-washing (soap and warm water) with your child.
1. Keep children home (for at least 24 hours)when they have had a fever or have been vomiting.
Let's work together to prevent student illnesses!
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