A student's health status is directly related to his or her ability to learn. Because of this, Delaware provides a school nurse in every school to advocate for health care and promote a healthy school environment.

The school nurse's role is:

• To oversee the school health policies and programs.
• To provide school health services and health care to students and staff.
• To perform health screenings.
• To coordinate referrals to the medical home or private healthcare provider.
• To be the liaison between school personnel, family,community and healthcare providers.

Reminders for parents:

• Students are not allowed to carry any medication, with the exception of an emergency inhaler, on them or in their book bags while at school.
• Medications must be in the original containers with directions for use. Controlled substances must be brought to the nurse by an adult to be counted and signed for.
• Any time during the school year that your student has a physical exam and/or immunizations please send a copy to the nurse. This will keep your child's medical record complete.