Illness
In the event that your child experiences the following symptoms, we request that you keep them at home or that you pick them up from the center:
- A temperature of 100 degrees or higher.
- Intestinal disturbance accompanied by diarrhea or vomiting.
- Any undiagnosed rash.
- Extremely red, sore, or discharge around the eyes.
- Extreme nasal discharge.
- Any illnesses known to be contagious (conjunctivitis, strep throat, etc.).
- A child who has been put on antibiotics from the doctor cannot return until 24 hours after they have received the first dose.
It is the responsibility of the parent to make sure that they have alternative arrangements in the event that they are unable to pick up an ill child. Once informed of a child’s illness, parents or guardians are expected to pick up their children in a timely fashion. All parents need to notify the center if their child is ill and will not be present.
Medication
Medication can be administered to a child under the following conditions:
- A medical form must be completely filled out and checked by staff before the parent leaves the building.
- Medication must be in the original container.
- Medication must be clearly marked with the child’s name and the dosage to be given.
- Over the counter medication will only be given for three days without written permission from the doctor.
Minor Accidents/Incidents
In the event that your child experiences a minor accident or injury, we will do the following:
- Wash the injured area.
- If necessary, apply ice or cold compounds.
- Write an accident report describing what happened and how it was taken care of.
Major Accidents/Injuries
In the event that your child experiences a major accident or injury, we will do the following:
- Attempt to contact the parent/guardian and possibly the child’s physician.
- If deemed necessary, 911 will be contacted and a member of our staff will accompany your child to the hospital.
- The hospital will be of your preference or the nearest hospital recommended by EMS.
- All hospital care and transportation costs are the responsibility of the parent/guardian.