There are currently the following medical alerts at RES as of February 3, 2010:

Please follow the link under Staff – Nurse's Office to find helpful information about infectious diseases, influenza updates, head lice, etc.

Strep Throat – There have been 1-3 confirmed cases of strep at each grade level. If a positive case of strep is diagnosed in your child’s classroom a letter is sent home with your student.

ILI (Influenza Like Illness) - Absences due to ILI (fever >100 with cough and/or sore throat) peaked at RES in Oct. The school nurse continues to keep information for the MDH (Minnesota Department of Health) regarding absences.  When your child is home ill please remember to leave information regarding symptoms when you call the attendance line (651-683-6969 Box 2101).

Incoming Kindergarten Immunizations - Please click here for information regarding new rules about chickenpox immunizations.

If you have questions, please first review information on the Nursing Department website. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.



Mrs. Fifield
Licensed School Nurse
651-423-7692
Monday-Friday
9:00am-4:00pm
Jeanne.fifield@district196.org