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Nurse's Health Information
Nurse's Health Information
STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges
Welcome to the School Health Office
School Nurse Contact Information.
Name: Chizoma Uwakwe
Email:uwakwech@orange.k12.nj.us
Phone:973-677-4000 ext 32750
Our goal is to ensure a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment for all students.
Parents are encouraged to reach out with any health questions or concerns.
When To Keep Your Child Home
Please keep your child home if they have:
- a fever of 100.4F or higher
- are vomiting or have had diarrhea within the past 24 hours
- have a persistent cough or difficulty breathing
- have contagious infections (Strep throat, pink eye, Flu, Covid-19, etc).
- have an uncontrolled rash or unknown skin condition.
Students may return to school once they are fever-free for 24 hours without medication and symptoms have improved.
Cleared by a healthcare provider, if needed.
Healthy Habits for Students
- Students are reminded to drink water regularly
- Wash hands frequently with soap and water.
- Get 8-10 hours of sleep.
- Manage screen time.
- Take medications as prescribed.
Medications at School
All medications (prescription or OTC) are kept in the health office.
A medication authorization form signed by the parent/guardian or healthcare provider is required.
Students may carry inhalers/EpiPens if permitted and approved by the health care provider.
COVID-19 or Seasonal IIlness Updates
- Depending on public health guidance
- Protocols for positive tests
- Quarantine/return-to-school rules
- Notification procedures
Required Health Forms
Please submit:
- updated forms at the start of each school year:
- a Physical Examination form (for students with health conditions)
- Action plans (Asthma, Allergy, seizure and Diabetic 504 (if applicable).
- Immunization records.
Forms can be picked up at the school Health office.
Health Tips for Families
Parent/guardian must:
- Encourage regular sleep routines
- Promote good hygiene
- Keep children home when sick
- Keep up-to-date phone numbers on file at the school
- Keep emergency contacts current
- Update the nurse with any medical information changes.
Managing iIlnesses at School
The nurse::
- provides first aid
- provides chronic condition support
- may send a student home if symptoms get worse or suggest illness
- provides emergency response
- provides health counseling