Coordinated School Health
Family Newsletter - February
In This Edition:
Form Our School Nurse - Covid 19 Symptoms
Cosmic Kids Valentine's Day SpecialEncouraging Good Sleep Habits
Coping With the COVID-19 Crisis: The Importance of Care for Caregivers—Tips for Parents and Teachers
In-Home Classroom Ideas
The Epic Hand Washing Parody
Healthy Hearts at Home & School
Ask a Child's Mental Health Expert Any Question
PowerUp Brain Boosters
Harmony at Home Lessons - Social & Emotional Learning
28-Days of Kindness for Families
Imagine Equity - Listen Along
Covid -19 Symptoms
If you or a family member are experiencing any of the following symptoms, please call your medical provider for guidance and information on what to do next. We do not give Covid-19 vaccination at school.
Watch for symptoms
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19.
When to seek emergency medical attention
Look for emergency warning signs* for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately.
- Trouble breathing
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion
- Inability to wake or stay awake
- Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all possible symptoms. Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you.
Call 911 or call ahead to your local emergency facility: Notify the operator that you are seeking care for someone who has or may have COVID-19.
For more information, go to the CDC website here.
Coping With the COVID-19 Crisis: The Importance of Care for Caregivers—Tips for Parents and Teachers
Healthy Hearts at Home & At School
February is American Heart Month (and Valentine’s Day!), so it’s a great time to focus on heart health. There are many simple ways to keep your heart healthy this month and all year long! Show your heart some love by trying out the ideas below with students, friends, or family.
Focus on Heart-Healthy Foods
Many foods have been shown to improve heart health. Eating these foods regularly can help to keep your heart strong throughout your lifetime. Adding more of these foods to your diet can help protect your heart:
- Whole Grains
- Nuts
- Beans
- Fish
- Fruits and Vegetables
For a healthy meal, everyone will love, try a build-your-own oatmeal bar for breakfast or a build-your-own burrito bar for lunch or dinner using heart-healthy ingredients.
Oatmeal Bar:
- Low-sugar (under 6 grams per dry ounce) oatmeal
- Nuts, such as almonds or walnuts
- Fruit, such as strawberries, blueberries, and banana slices
- Spices, such as cinnamon or nutmeg
Burrito Bar:
- Whole wheat tortillas
- Brown rice or quinoa
- Black beans and/or kidney beans
- Low-fat cheese
- Salsa
- Avocado
Hungry for more? Check out these ideas for quick and healthy breakfasts and lunches.
Get Your Heart Rate Up
Our hearts need exercise to stay strong and healthy. Children should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day. Here are some easy ways to get physically active that people of all ages will enjoy:
- Turn off the television and go on a walk after dinner.
- Turn the music on and have a dance-off.
- Play tag or hide-and-seek
- Use the playground at a nearby park or local school.
- Try some quick physical activity breaks before dinner or during the commercials of your favorite television program.
Share the Love
Along with keeping your heart healthy with nutritious foods and physical activity, it’s important to express feelings and spend time with others to protect your emotional health. Try these simple activities to warm your heart:
- Eat dinner with others and share updates from your day/week.
- Read your favorite book or read to someone else.
- Call a friend to see how they’re doing.
- Journal about things you are grateful for
- Cuddle with a pet
We “Heart” Healthy Celebrations!
- Families, caregivers, and school staff can also support heart health during Valentine’s Day celebrations. Plan your healthy Valentine’s Day party now, or try one of these easy tips:
- Enjoy heart-healthy treats like these Apple of My Eye Grahams or hummus with veggies.
- Have a dance party to themed songs such as “Give Your Heart a Break” by Demi Lovato and “Heartbeat Song” by Kelly Clarkson
- Craft hand-written valentines for loved ones
- Share healthy celebration success stories with the community.
- For more ideas, see Healthier Generation
Harmony at Home Lessons - The social and emotional development of students starts at home.
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