What does Public Health do for our school?
Our County school does not employ a full time RN to take care of health needs within the school. Public health (in ND) usually provides health services to the school upon request.
What we do:
-Vision screenings
-Pre-K round up hearing and vision screenings
-In school vaccinations and assist with the annual immunization survey
-Medication administration training for staff
-Growing Up education
-Rapid assessments for medical issues with kids
-Sources of Strength mentoring
-Tobacco counseling if children are caught smoking/vaping/etc
-Any other requested education from staff
Head Lice Resources
Recommendations change. Current state and CDC recommendations do not list head lice as a risk to health. They are not exclusionary for school or day care. Currently the recommendation is to treat ASAP and child can return to school or daycare after treatment.
Yes they are a nuisance, but they are not a public health risk. Below, find resources if you find your family having these pesky, unwanted house guests.
PREVENT
Vaccine
Resources
Reliable resources to help you make the right choices for your family:
VIS: Vaccine information statements
School Bulletin Boards
Innovative Collaboration with KC School
Check out the article about a fun collaboration between our public health office and the KC school!
Meet Sarena! She was hired in Sept 2024 as a paraprofessional by KC school, with health focus. She passes meds, does preventative health education, and so much more!!
