St. Jude School Health Department has a full-time nurse serving the children and staff every day school is in session.

Hello,
Thank you for choosing St. Jude School for your child's education. My name is Mrs. Sandra Snyder, better known as Nurse Sandi. I came to St. Jude School 6 years ago after working for 45 years at Abington Hospital in the Trauma Center and Physician Network.

I often say St. Jude School is my Happy Place! I look forward to working with you to support your children so they are safe, healthy, and ready to learn. I feel honored and blessed to spend time with your children each school day.

Nurse Sandi

Daily Reminders

Please ensure your child gets plenty of rest and eats a healthy breakfast
before school. It is also essential to encourage plenty of physical activity.
 

General Information

• Please notify the school nurse if your child develops a contagious illness that could impact the St. Jude school community. Examples include chickenpox, fifth disease, impetigo, and strep throat.

• Changes in your child’s health status impact your child’s school day. When parents communicate pertinent health information, I can better care for their child’s needs. Concussions, surgeries, fractures, sprains, emotional wellness issues, and acute or chronic illnesses are some examples of concerns to share with the school nurse.

• Please note that a physician's order is necessary for any medication given to your child. Also, if any treatment such as crutches, wheelchair use, or special medical treatment is needed during the school day, a physician order is required.

• A physician's note is required for an absence of three consecutive days.
   

Health Forms

• Kindergarten Parents: Your child’s entry-level/ registration private physical and dental reports are due to the school nurse no later than October 15th.

• 3rd & 7th grade Parents: The state-mandated private dental exam report is due to the school nurse by October 15th.

• 6th Grade Parents: The state-mandated private physical exam report is due to the school nurse by October 15th.

• If you need a new form, forms can be downloaded here, or I can send one home with your child. 

State Mandated Screenings

All school children in Pennsylvania participate in screenings provided by Certified School Nurses.  If your child has difficulty with the school screening, a referral is sent home with your child. Contact the school nurse if you have concerns or want more information regarding your child’s screenings.

Hearing: (Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7) Screening is completed during the first semester.

Vision: (All Grades) Screening is completed throughout the year.

Height, Weight, and BMI: Screenings are completed throughout the first semester

Scoliosis: (Grades 6, 7) Screening is completed second semester.
 

Thank you in advance for your assistance in helping all of us have a happy, healthy, and safe school year.