As we head into the final month of school, here are a few important health reminders to help students finish the year safely and prepare for summer and the upcoming school year:
Sunscreen Policy
With more outdoor activities taking place, sunscreen use is encouraged. Students are allowed to bring sunscreen to school and may apply it to themselves. However, for safety and policy reasons:
- Students may not apply sunscreen to other students
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Teachers and staff are not permitted to apply sunscreen to students
Please consider applying sunscreen at home before school and sending it with your child if reapplication is needed.
Sports Physicals for Next Year (7th & 8th Grade)
Students entering 7th and 8th grade who plan to participate in school sports next year will need a sports physical dated after May 1, 2026.
Scheduling these appointments early can help avoid the back-to-school rush.
Immunization Requirements for Incoming 7th Graders
For current 6th grade students, please be aware of the following immunization requirements for 7th grade:
- A single dose of Tdap (Tetanus Booster) is required for grades 7–12 if there is no previous record of Tdap vaccination
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Two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine are required, with one dose required prior to entry into 7th grade
Please check your email for a message from Nurse Ashleigh if your child still needs these immunizations.
Medication Pick-Up Reminder
If your student has medication stored in the health office:
- All medications must be picked up by the last day of school
- Medications cannot be stored over the summer
- Any medication not picked up will be properly disposed of according to school policy
If you have questions about your child’s health needs or documentation requirements, please contact the school health office.
Wishing all our students a healthy and safe end to the school year!
Ashleigh Harp RN BSN 🌷
Colwich Elementary School Nurse
