Food allergies are a growing food safety and public health concern that affect an estimated 8% of children in the United States. A food allergy occurs when the body’s immune system sees a certain food as harmful and reacts by causing symptoms - an allergic reaction. Explore the links below for more information on food allergies and reaction prevention:

• Food Allergies: How Can You Help? - English & Spanish

• Food Allergy Management & Education

• FARE: Food Allergy Research & Education

• Kids With Food Allergies

Non-Food Ideas for Birthday Celebrations:
If you would like an alternative to food treats for your child’s birthday celebration, see the suggestions below. Always check with your child's teacher first to see what he/she finds acceptable for their classroom.

• Party Favors (bouncy balls, matchbox cars, erasers, tops, magnifying glasses, notepads, balloons, whistles, bubbles, etc.). 

• Come read a book to the class.   

• Buy something for the classroom (books, games, etc.).

• Send in the supplies and directions for a craft the kids can do.

• Arrange for the kids to play a game instead of eating a snack.

• Health History Form

• Physical Fitness Certification

• ACL Injuries: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

• Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Youth

• Concussion Management - Avon CSD BOE Policy 7522 & Regulations

• NYSED Guidelines for Concussion Management

• CDC: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) & Concussion

• HEADS UP:

  • Concussion Information - English & Spanish

  • Concussions in Youth Sports - English & Spanish

  • Middle School Athletes - English & Spanish

  • High School Athletes - English & Spanish

  • Fact Sheet for Parents - English & Spanish

  • Returning to Sports & Activities

• Impact Applications Inc. - Concussion Management

• NYSPHSAA - Concussions: The Invisible Injury

Immunizations should be as complete as possible when school starts. In accordance with Public Health Law #2164, all children entering school must be immunized against polio, measles, rubella, mumps, hepatitis B, and diptheria. Proof must be presented at the time of registration that these immunizations are completed or in process of being completed. If booster shots haven’t been given, please let the school nurse know the scheduled date.

• NYS Immunization Requirements for School - English & Spanish

• Non-Medical Immunization Exemption FAQs, Follow-Up 1 & Follow-Up 2

• NYS DOH-5077

• Livingston County Immunization Clinic

• CDC Recommendations

• NY State of Health Marketplace - Individuals & Families

• Prescription Assistance

• Authority Dental: Oral Health America

• Smiles Change Lives

• An adult must drop off the medication. Your child is not allowed to carry the medication to and from school.

• A new medication authorization (doctor's orders) with the medication is required at the beginning of each school year.

• Parents/Guardians must fill out the Avon Medication Authorization Form and submit it to the school nurse with the medication when it is completed by the parent/guardian and the child's physician.

• Medication must be in the original bottle with your child's name on it.

• Over the counter medication must be brought in as an unopened bottle.

• Make sure the new medication authorization forms are sent to the health office prior to the 1st day of school. This will ensure that your child has the medication they need on the 1st day of school.

• Any questions please contact the school nurse.

Students who are able to self-apply sunscreen are allowed to self-carry and use topical sunscreen products approved by the FDA. Students MUST have written permission to do so from their parent/guardian.

• Sunscreen Authorization Form

1. Recognize signs and symptoms early

2. Practice good hygiene

3. Avoid sharing clothing and personal objects

4. Contact your health care provider with any questions or concerns

• Best Practices to Prevent Skin Infections

• NYSDOH: Skin Infections in Athletes & Preventing Skin Infections

• NYSPHSAA: Guide to Addressing a Skin Infection Outbreak

Applications for work permits can be found at the High School Main Office. To obtain proof of physical (physical fitness certificate), a copy of the student's most recent physical must be on file in the nurse's office. Please contact the school nurse to check on the status of your physical.

If you need proof of physical and you are unable to reach the school nurse, this Physical Fitness Certification can be filled out by your primary physician.