For the latest H1N1 Flu Information, visit the CDC website:
http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/

Dear Parents,

With the start of flu season, JCC is working with local and state health departments to ensure that necessary precautions and proactive measures are in place.

As part of increased hygiene vigilance, we have enhanced our already rigorous cleaning process standards at all our school buildings. This includes the sanitation, multiple times of day, of all high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs, faucets, counter surfaces, as well as the areas where children are diapered, eat, sleep, and play. Similarly, frequent hand washing is an important defense in preventing the spread of many diseases, including the flu. We will help all children wash their hands frequently and request that you do the same at home.

We are asking for your assistance in maintaining a safe and healthful environment. Please keep your child home if they exhibit any flu symptoms, including fever, extreme fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat and runny nose. You can also support our disease prevention plans by letting your Director know if you do keep your child home for any of these symptoms. Any children who are sick in school will be isolated from the group and sent home. These same guidelines are being followed by all faculty and staff.

The following additional precautions are recommended:

Avoid close contact.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.

Stay home when you are sick.

Stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. Keep sick children at home. You will help prevent others from catching the illness.

Cover your mouth and nose.

Cover you mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.

Wash your hands often.

Washing your hands and the hands of your children often will help protect you from germs. Teach your children to wash hands a lot with soap and water for 20 seconds. Be sure to set a good example by doing this yourself.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose or mouth.

Additional information regarding the Swine Flu is available by visiting the Centers for Disease Control’s website: http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/

We appreciate your cooperation and will provide updates as needed.