Date April 15, 2010

To Parents/Guardians:

Your child may have been exposed to head lice at school.

The entire class has had their heads checked for the presence of lice and students were referred for treatment as needed.

Please watch your child for the following symptoms:

•Please inspect your child's head for the possibility of head lice. Look for small silvery nits fixed to the hair shaft, similar in appearance to dandruff, but not easily removed. Students may also present with a rash behind their ears or on their neck.
•Where nits have hatched, live lice may be seen.
•If nits or lice are found, please call your healthcare provider regarding appropriate treatment. Your child should stay home from school until they have been treated. Students may return to school once they have been treated.
•Follow the directions for any medication carefully. Cream rinse and conditioners can decrease the effectiveness of the treatment.
During the school year, it is a good idea to check you child's head weekly, or when he or she complains of having an "itchy" scalp. Talk to your child and remind him or her not to share or borrow combs, brushes, hats or scarves.

Please notify the School Health Office at the number below if your child is diagnosed with head lice or if they report an itchy scalp.

Please call the school's Health Office if you have any questions or concerns.
For additional information please refer to the following website: www.cdc.gov/lice/head

Jennifer Christoffers, MA, CPNP
Weathersfield School