Helpful guidelines for deciding whether your child is sick enough to stay home:

Fever: 100F or higher (It is important to note that a person can be contagious until at least 24 hours after they no longer have a fever or signs of a fever (chills, feeling very warm, flushed appearance, or sweating) without the use of fever-reducing medicine)

Cough: If your child’s cough brings up mucus or phlegm-type secretions, especially if it has color Runny nose: If your child must constantly blow his/her nose to keep it clear

Sore throat: If it hurts to swallow, breathe, or speak

Rashes: Any undiagnosed rashes. If your child is itching and scratching to the point they cannot concentrate

Vomiting and/or Unexplained Diarrhea

Untreated Pink Eye