Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
This weekend kicks off summer and we are already getting some beautiful warm weather. Please be sure to send your child with a water bottle as they play hard at recess and I see their red, sweaty faces as they return to their classrooms. Staying hydrated is very important for everyone and a good habit for our young people to start!
Parents ask me about sunscreen at this time of year. I have attached the policy below. Please follow the policy and if you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I am a sunscreen pusher at my house so I understand if you want your child to have it for recess or outdoor activities.
I hope you enjoy the long weekend ahead. Get outside and away from screens and soak up some nature!
General Policies on Administration of Medication
Any student who is six years of age or older may possess and self-apply an over-the-counter sunscreen product while in school prior to engaging in any outdoor activity, with only a written authorization signed by the student's parent or guardian.
For students who are younger than six years of age all three of the following requirements pursuant to Section 10-212a-4 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies for self-administration of medication continue to apply:
1. an authorized prescriber provides a written medication order including the recommendation for self-administration;
2. a parent or guardian provides written authorization for self-administration of medications; and
3. the school nurse has assessed the student's competency for self-administration in the school setting and deemed it to be safe and appropriate.
Mrs. Karen Rettich
Valley View School Nurse
Phone 860 342 3226
