Hello Students and Families, Happy 2026 from Nurse Betsy!
Hello Students and Families, Happy 2026 from Nurse Betsy!
In addition to last week’s Chalkboard announcement about Influenza (Flu) Season, =
here are some ways to stay healthy this winter:
Wash Hands Often, for 20 seconds or more with soap and water
Clean highly used surfaces (doorknobs, counters, pens, ect)
Eat the Rainbow! Whole foods, Nutrient-dense Foods, full of vitamins and minerals
Drink Plenty of Water, 64 oz a day for an adult, about 32oz for school-aged children
Avoid touching the "T-Zone", eyes, nose or mouth, especially outside of your home.
*Please keep your child home if they are experiencing a temperature of over 101.9 degrees, are feeling ill or if symptoms are not improving.
It's not too late to still get a spare pair of glasses for free, from the Lion's Club Kidsight Program!
Just email a picture or attachment of your child's eye glass prescription (MUST HAVE PUPILLARY DIAMETER, or "PD") and I will get those ordered.
Also, Despite HHS Rollback, NM Governor upholds that the state's recommendations have not changed. Please read below:
“We know this is confusing for parents, but the science is clear — vaccines are safe, effective and save children’s lives,” said Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer for the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH).
All childhood vaccinations continue to be covered under the Vaccines for Children Program, Medicaid, and private insurance. There is no anticipated change to vaccine availability in New Mexico.
The department encourages parents and caregivers to discuss vaccination decisions with their health care providers, using the American Academy of Pediatrics’ immunization schedule as a guide.
New Mexicans seeking vaccinations may call their provider or the NMDOH Helpline at 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773).
PARENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BEGIN SENDING THEIR EXEMPTION LETTERS STARTING 1/1/26.
School Based Health Center (SBHC) Info and Calendar: https://ecfh.org/student-health-clinic-espanola/
Available to all staff and students in Taos County
Wide range of health-care services available
The University of Michigan - Michigan Medicine and Adolescent Health Initiative has shared a training module that explores community violence, trauma, trauma-informed care, youth engagement and youth-adult partnerships, and how school-based health centers can foster partnerships with youth to address community violence.
