Health Concerns - Cheatham Elementary School

Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease • Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) • Elevated Temperature

Dear Parents/Guardians,

As we work to keep our students and staff healthy, please monitor your child for signs and symptoms of illness before sending them to school.

HAND, FOOT & MOUTH DISEASE (HFMD)

• Fever

• Sore throat

• Mouth sores or blisters

• Rash or small blisters on the hands, feet, or other areas of the body

• Decreased appetite or unusual tiredness

CONJUNCTIVITIS (PINK EYE)

• Red or pink eyes

• Eye drainage or discharge

• Swollen eyelids

• Crusting or difficulty opening the eyes

• Complaints of eye irritation, itching, or discomfort

ELEVATED TEMPERATURE / FEVER

• Please check your child’s temperature if they appear warm, tired, or unwell.

• A child with a fever should remain home until they are fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.

If your child is exhibiting signs or symptoms of illness, please keep them home, monitor their symptoms, and contact your child’s healthcare provider when appropriate.

Thank you for helping us protect the health and well-being of all of our students and staff.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Monical Willis, LVN

School Nurse

Clarksville Elementary School-Clarksville ISD

mwillis@clarksvilleisd.org

903-427-3891 ext.3130