Dear St. Bruno Families,

It's that time of year again when colds and other illnesses start making their rounds! I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone of our school health policy and share a few important guidelines to help keep our students and staff healthy.

We have updated our health policy in the Family Handbook. Please take a moment to review the information below.

Illness During School
If a child becomes ill at school, parents will be contacted immediately through the school office. Any child who vomits, has diarrhea, or has a fever of 100 degrees or higher must go home, even if the child says they are feeling well.

Emergency services will be called when necessary. If a student is unable to stand, is disoriented, has a fever of 103.5 degrees, or passes out, emergency medical technicians will be called. Staff members receive training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid.

Excused Absences
It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to call the school office (262-965-2291) before 8:30 a.m. to report an absence. Please provide your child's name, grade, and reason for the absence.

An absence is considered excused if a child is unable to attend school due to illness. Students may also leave school before regular dismissal due to illness or with written parental permission.

If a child becomes ill at school, parents will be contacted and may be asked to pick up their child.

Before returning to school, students must be fever-free, vomit-free, and/or diarrhea-free for at least 24 hours without the use of medication.

Please note: Students who miss more than three consecutive school days, including weekends, are required to provide a written doctor's note.

Written requests for early dismissal should be sent to the school office, which will then notify the teacher. Parents should pick up their children in the school office.

If you would like to pick up missed homework, please contact the school office by noon to make arrangements. Homework must be picked up after school. Classroom teachers may adjust assignments in the event of a prolonged absence due to chronic or long-term illness.

A half-day absence will be recorded for students who miss more than two but fewer than four hours of school.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep our St. Bruno school community healthy! We appreciate your understanding and support