Concussions

Keeping children and teens healthy and safe is always a top priority. Below are signs and symptoms to look for if you suspect a concussion. 

Concussion Signs Reported

• Headache or “pressure” in head.
• Nausea or vomiting.
• Balance problems or dizziness, or double or blurry vision.
• Bothered by light or noise.
• Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy.
• Confusion, or concentration or memory problems.
• Just not “feeling right,” or “feeling down”.

Concussion Signs Observed

• Can’t recall events prior to or after a hit or fall.
• Appears dazed or stunned.
• Forgets an instruction, is confused about an assignment or position, or is unsure of the game, score, or opponent.
• Moves clumsily.
• Answers questions slowly.
• Loses consciousness (even briefly).
• Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes.

Center for Disease Control Concussion Information 

If your child has been seen by a healthcare provider for a concussion, please bring in any documentation provided by the healthcare provider, so we may accommodate your child appropriately. Any questions please contact your school nurses through your school office. 

Safe Bicycle Habits/Helmets
http://kidshealth.org/en/kids/bike-safety.html

Seat belts, child restraint and child car seats
Buckling up saves lives. Find out more about car seats, ages, weight and height rules as they relate to child restraint. Be Safe and Be Legal! 
800bucklup.org 

Poison Control
1-800-222-1222

Building & Campus Safety
Keeping our students safe is a top priority in our schools and community.  We have safety committees in each school as well as a district wide safety committee in place.  Our district is part of the Rapid Responders/Prepared Response statewide and local network.
preparedresponse.com/Rapid-Responder-Campus-Safety.html