Leopards Tales
October 2019
Message from Mrs. Agee
It’s hard to believe that it’s already October… especially when it’s still almost 100 degrees outside! But the promise of cooler weather next week certainly gives me hope that Fall weather is near!
As we transition into the end of the first 9 weeks I am hopeful that you’ve had an opportunity to meet with your child’s teacher. A good relationship and open lines of communication between parents and teachers is so vital to your child’s education. If you’re confused, concerned or something simply doesn’t make sense, please take the time to let the teachers know! We can only get better at our craft if we have feedback. If you have not had a conference yet, I hope you will schedule one within the next week or so to hear about your child’s progress.
On a similar note, if there is something really great happening in your child’s classroom, please also take the time to let the teacher know! Positive affirmation, or a simple “this has been a great start to the year for our family” means more to a teacher than you know!
It was such a treat for all of us to meet your grandparents/VIPs last Friday. There were hundreds of guests that came and there were lots and lots of smiles! Kristen Brink sponsored this event for the PTA and spent a great deal of time paying careful attention to all of the details. Thank you so much Kristen for all of your hard work!
We look forward to seeing you all at our combined Fall Food Truck Festival Thursday, October 10! This is a great opportunity to visit with old and new friends. The PTA from CFK and CFK North have been working closely together to plan a great event.
Field Studies
Don't forget to log into your Parent Portal to view and pay for your child's field studies! After you log in, select "student fees" and you will see your child's permission form to be viewed and signed as well as the fee and an option to choose a payment plan. If you have questions, please contact our school's bookkeeper, Mrs. Failla.
Message from Our School Nurse
According to the standards of school nursing, throughout the school year, school nurses complete screening of student's vision, hearing, dental, and blood pressure based on recommendations issued by SC DHEC. Some schools collaborate with the Lions Club to provide vision screening. The Lions Club uses the SPOT camera, which quickly and efficiently screens a student's vision. You may click here to learn more about the SPOT camera. If you do not wish to have your child to participate in screenings, please let me know.
Elisabeth Walter, BSN, RN
803.736.8740 ext 3011
ewalter@richland2.org
From the Health Room
HEAD LICE FACTS – A GUIDE FOR PARENTS- Check your child’s homework each night and check their hair for head lice. Stop lice in their tracks.
A common problem
· Lice are small insects that live on human hair.
· Having head lice has nothing to do with poor personal hygiene.
· Lice do not jump, hop, or fly, nor do they typically survive off their human host more than 24 hours.
· Lice are acquired by direct head-to-head contact with an infested person’s hair
· Check your children's scalps frequently, especially after sleepovers, school breaks, camping trips, or when a child appears to have intense scalp itching.
· Once you see active crawling lice on a child's scalp, the child has been infested with lice for about a month.
Signs and symptoms
· Intense itching is the most common sign that your child may have head lice.
· Lice are about the size of a sesame seed; color may be grayish-white to reddish-brown.
· Nits are small, silvery-white and are attached to the hair shaft just above the scalp.
· Commonly found around the nape of the neck and behind the ears.
How do I treat this condition?
· Use of an over-the-counter product is the first step in treatment.
· Read and follow the instructions included with the product.
· After using the product, use a metal nit comb to remove dead lice and nits.
· Repeat the treatment with the product 7-10 days after the first application.
· If a child's case of lice isn't getting better after a couple treatments, used according to directions, the child may need a prescription head lice remedy.
Other steps to take
· Excessive cleanup in the home is not necessary
· Clothes, towel, and bedding should be washed in hot water or dried on high heat.
· The same can be done for the child’s toys or blanket or with items used in the child’s hair.
· Do not use insecticides on furniture, rugs or pets.
· Inspect other family members for head lice.
· Never treat your child for head lice unless you know he/she is infested. Smothering lice with mayonnaise, petrolatum, or olive oil is not recommended.
· It is important to avoid using dangerous materials such as kerosene, gasoline, paint thinners or turpentine to get rid of lice.
What else do I need to know?
· Children should understand the importance of not sharing combs, brushes or hats
· Children should also know that head-to-head contact with friends can transmit lice.
· Inspect your child’s head carefully and frequently for signs of lice and nits.
· Pay close attention to children who consistently scratch their heads.
· If your child has a case of head lice, please inform your school nurse and classroom teacher.
For more information- For reliable information, visit the web sites, American Academy of Pediatrics: www.aap.org, the National Association of School Nurses: www.nasn.org, or contact your school nurse, or your family physician
Book Fair
The eWallet allows adults to load money to a student's "online wallet" meaning they no longer have to bring cash to school! This also allows you to set a spending budget for your child and whatever money is not spent, goes right back to your card.
BOOK FAIR HOURS
Monday-Wednesday
7:35 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday
7:35 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
and open LATE during our Food Truck Rodeo from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday
7:35 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Visit our book fair's website HERE