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Medicine dispersement to students in private schools

by WFIS | Nov 7, 2019 | Ask Nancy, Legislation and Policy, Student Safety, WFIS News

This month Ask Nancy provides some guidance on what private schools are required to do regarding disbursement of medicine to private school students. Question: Our school does not have a nurse. How can we get staff trained to support students who need to take...

Schools seek insight on epipens for emergency use

by WFIS | Oct 3, 2019 | Ask Nancy, The Advocate

For October, we heard from schools that serve young kids who may not know if their students have an allergy yet. Question: Can a private school keep epipens on hand in case of an emergency? Nancy says:Having staff trained to deal with an emergency that involves...

Guidance on Cleaning Weight Room & Athletic Equipment

by WFIS | Aug 1, 2019 | Ask Nancy, Student Safety, The Advocate, WFIS News

Maintenance and cleaning are a focus in August as schools get ready for students. One school reached out to “Ask Nancy” for advice on cleaning of the weight room and athletic equipment. Question:Is there a policy schools should establish on cleaning the...

Resources for Schools to Prepare for Wildfire Smoke

by WFIS | May 2, 2019 | Ask Nancy, Student Safety

This month the Wildfire Smoke Impacts Advisory Group will convene to improve messaging and provide updated health guidance later in May. In the meantime, Nancy addresses concerns schools have in anticipation of wild fire season in the responses below. Question:How...

Reducing chemical use means healthier air in schools

by WFIS | Apr 1, 2019 | Ask Nancy, Student Safety, Uncategorized

April means the sweet smell of spring, but also an increase in asthma triggers for kids. For this issue of Ask Nancy, we learn how improving school air quality benefits students and staff, and get a list of things to avoid using to keep kids safe. Question: We have...

Measles Outbreak in Washington State

by WFIS | Feb 1, 2019 | Ask Nancy, Student Safety, The Advocate, WFIS News

In late January, Gov. Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency in Washington because of a measles outbreak in Clark County. There was also one reported case of measles in King county. February’s Ask Nancy provides some clear guidance on what schools can do and...