Clinic Reminders: Flu, Halloween Safety & Hand Hygiene

Katie Botha • October 26, 2023

Flu season is here

Protect yourself and your family this season with an annual flu vaccine for everyone in your family who is six months or older. The flu can vary from season to season and while the vaccine cannot prevent you from getting the flu, it can reduce the severity of illness significantly. 

*Check with your local pharmacy, primary care or pediatric office about flu shot clinics, walk-ins, or appointments or use the link below to help find a flu-shot near you*

Tips for Halloween Safety

H – Have a parent or adult trick or treat with you 

A – Always carry a flashlight or glowstick 

L – Look both ways before crossing the street

L – Listen for traffic & walk on the sidewalk when possible

O – Only wear costumes that fit well and are flame resistant 

W – Wear masks that you can clearly see out of 

E – Enter only the homes of friends or family 

E – Examine treats and candy before eating N Never eat treats that are not sealed or wrapped well

N – Never eat treats that are not sealed or wrapped well

Hand Hygiene & Staying Home When Sick

Please remind your child about the importance of good hand hygiene, covering their nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, and staying home when sick!

As a reminder, all students should stay home from school until they are 24-hours free of fever, vomiting, and/or diarrhea without the use of fever reducing medication.

By Katie Botha April 15, 2025
A Reflection from Mrs. Esparza
By Katie Botha April 11, 2025
Trends Change, Success Continues
By Katie Botha March 28, 2025
Click Here To Help HERC Team Meet Fundraising Goal
By Katie Botha March 20, 2025
Suds for Good, Social Media Awareness, CARITAS Collection + More!
By Katie Botha March 17, 2025
Overall Winners, Category Champs & Honorable Mentions
By Katie Botha March 14, 2025
Congratulations to our Winners
By Katie Botha March 12, 2025
Preorder your pizza pi(e) to celebrate Pi Day at Spring Fest!
By Katie Botha January 16, 2025
Congrats to our Classroom Winners & School Winner, sixth grader, Will H.!
By Katie Botha November 9, 2024
Tips & Strategies from Mrs. Slagle
By Katie Botha October 31, 2024
Faithful Citizenship Resources In anticipation of Election Day on November 5, the Virginia Catholic Conference has prepared voter education resources to help Catholics confidently vote with an informed conscience. Those resources can be found on the Catholic Diocese of Richmond's website . School Day Reminders This year, Election Day is a regular school day with a regular bell schedule at Saint Mary's Catholic School. In prior years, it has coincided with Parent-Teacher Conferences resulting in a day-off for students; however, that is not the case this school year. Many of our students across all grade levels are aware of the importance of Election Day. We anticipate the days leading up to Election Day and those following it will provide topics of conversation that students may choose to engage in both inside and outside the classroom. If necessary, our teachers may offer age-appropriate explanations of the day's events and results. As family members, we encourage you to guide your children as they navigate their thoughts and feelings over the coming weeks and months.
More Posts