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Kindergarten Orientation 2019

Join Jennifer Cimmino, RN Certified School Nurse, for Kindergarten Orientation 2019. Learn about state-mandated immunizations, physical exams, and discuss any health concerns for your child. Topics include medication policy, absences, screenings, food policies, getting ready for kindergarten, and the open door policy. Contact Jennifer at cimminoj@middletownk12.org or 732-291-1330 (x4503) for more information.

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Kindergarten Orientation 2019

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  1. Kindergarten Orientation 2019 Jennifer Cimmino, RN Certified School Nurse

  2. Registration • Immunizations – state mandated • Physical Exam - after July 1, 2018 • Please come and discuss any health concerns you have for your child. Allergies Asthma Heart murmurs

  3. Medication Policy • Health Office Standing Orders • Physician’s Order/ Parent permission • Original container • Nebulizer meds- provide mask/tubing • Children are not allowed to deliver medications to school

  4. Absences • All absences need to be called in to Health Office- leave a message (#2) • Note from medical provider is required when your child has been absent with a contagious illness such as strep throat, conjunctivitis, etc. (See Nurse Guidelines in your packet/district website) • Student should be fever free for 24 hours before returning to school.

  5. Orthopedic Injuries • Crutches, ace bandage, splint, slings etc require a medical provider note. • A medical provider note is required to be excused from Physical Education. • No heels or open toed shoes!

  6. Screenings • Height, Weight • Blood Pressure • Vision every 2 years • (Lion’s Vision Screening- Suresight vision screener) • Hearing • Scoliosis (age 10)

  7. Food Policies • Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value • No classroom food (Birthdays are still special!) • Whitson’s Lunch Service • Allergies can be Life-Threatening • Strategic seating and hand washing • No trading or sharing food • Epipens accessible

  8. Getting Ready! • Are they really ready? • Must be at least 5 years old by October 1st • Fine motor skills/ Social skills • Rigorous academic curriculum • Review hygiene: • Bathroom skills • Hand washing • Sleeping schedule (screen time) • Proper breakfast • Get to know our playground

  9. Open Door Policy • My office is not only open to students and staff – I am here for YOU! Needs discussed confidentially. • 732-291-1330 (x4503) • cimminoj@middetownk12.org • Check out “the Nurse’s Corner” on the Leonardo Website

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