Hornet Health

Did you know that April is National Stress Month? Stress can be debilitating, and it can cause and/or aggravate health problems. Below, are some tips to help with stress.

Practice meditation

One of the most effective ways to deal with stress is to learn how to silence the mind. Meditation is one of the most popular methods of achieving this quiet.

Exercise

Another way to battle the debilitating effects of stress is to exercise. Whether you're a jogger, bicyclist our just like to take long walks, be sure to get some fresh air and exercise into your daily routine.

Visit your doctor

They're really in the best position to get your started on the path to a stress-free lifestyle.

Sports Physicals will be held at CMS on May 10th, and 11th. Physicals are $5/student. Completed packets and money needs to be turned in to Mrs. Hewett by May 3, 2023. Packets need to be completed fully by the parent/guardian. Incomplete packets will be returned to the student.

6th grade- May 11th

7th grade- May 10th

8th grade- May 11th

• Letters went home with 6th grade students, regarding information about the required Tdap and Meningococcal Vaccinations. These vaccinations are due by August 28, 2023. If you did not receive this letter, please contact Nurse Caison.
• Students in 7th and 8th grade are in the process of having their vision screened. If your student needs an eye doctor referral, you will receive a letter and a call from the nurse. Students that receive a referral, should be evaluated by August 2023. Once evaluated, please return the vision form to Nurse Caison.

Consider keeping your child at home for an extra day of rest and observation if he or she has any of the following symptoms:

● Very stuffy or runny nose and/or cough

● Mild sore throat (no fever, no known exposure to strep)

● Headache

● Stomach ache

Definitely keep your child at home for treatment and observation if he or she has any of these symptoms:

● Fever (greater than 100.4 degrees and your child may return to school only after his or her temperature has been consistently below 100.4 degrees, by mouth, for a minimum of 24 hours)

● Vomiting

● Diarrhea

● Chills

● Strep Throat (must remain out of school for at least 24 hours after starting treatment)

● General malaise or feelings of fatigue, discomfort, weakness or muscle aches

● Frequent congested or croupy cough

To help prevent the flu and other colds, practice good hygiene habits:

● Wash hands frequently

● Do not touch eyes, nose or mouth

● Cover mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, use a paper tissue, throw it away and then wash hands

● Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

A child who has a fever should remain at home until "fever free" for a minimum of 24 hours, without use of medication. Keeping a sick child at home will minimize the spread of infections and viruses in the classroom. It is recommended to bring a doctor’s note, to help ensure absences are excused. It is highly encouraged to inform the school, anytime your child is out sick.

Students are not allowed to bring medication to school. It is a violation of the student code of conduct for any child to have over the counter or prescription drugs with them at school. If your child is sick and needs medication during the day, a parent/guardian will have to come and administer it to the student. The school nurse can administer medication to a student, if the “Whiteville City Schools Medication” form is signed by a doctor and on file at the school. This form has to be updated each school year. Please contact Nurse Caison for assistance with this process.

Email: scaison@whiteville.k12.nc.us
Phone: (910) 642- 3546