A communicable disease is any disease that is spread through direct contact with an infected individual, or indirectly through a vector. The spread of communicable diseases can be reduced dramatically by taking the proper precautions and adhering to some important guidelines. The pages in this section are intended to provide parents of school age children with some information regarding common childhood communicable diseases, as well as inform parents of ways to prevent and manage the spread of such diseases. This page is for informational use and is not intended to treat or diagnose any condition or illness.
Please feel free to click on the links at the left or bottom of this page. These links will provide more details on a few of the more common communicable diseases affecting school age children and their families. Here you will find more information on preventing the spread of each disease. You will also find specific signs, symptoms, and preventative measures to take to control their spread throught our school.
Below is a chart wich will provide some basic information on how to recognize that your child may have contracted a communicable disease and should be seen by a physician for further diagnosis and treatment. This chart also details how long a student must remain home from school and when he/she is permitted to return.
