How to Keep Your Child Healthy at School During COVID-19 & Flu Season

What Parents Should Know About COVID-19 & School Safety

Over the past few years, parents, students, and teachers have had to navigate COVID-19 precautions while balancing education and safety. While many restrictions have eased, it’s still important to protect your child’s health as they attend school—especially during flu season and virus outbreaks.

Here’s what parents need to know about COVID-19, school health policies, and vaccinations to ensure their children stay safe and healthy.

COVID-19 & School Guidelines: What to Expect

Most schools have relaxed their COVID-19 policies, but many still encourage basic safety precautions, including:

• Face Masks (Optional but Encouraged in High-Risk Situations) → Some schools may provide free masks for students who want extra protection.
• Frequent Handwashing & Sanitization → Many schools have sanitizing stations, but packing personal hand sanitizer is always a good idea.
• Sick Policy & Remote Learning → If your child has COVID-19 symptoms, they may need to stay home for a few days. Some schools still offer remote learning in certain situations.
• Ventilation & Classroom Safety → Schools continue to improve air circulation to help reduce virus transmission.

📌 Tip for Parents: Check with your local school district’s health guidelines for the most up-to-date policies.

COVID-19 Vaccination & Booster Information for Kids

The COVID-19 vaccine remains one of the most effective ways to reduce severe illness and transmission. The CDC currently recommends:

• Children ages 6 months and older can receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
• Booster shots are available for eligible children and teens, based on their last vaccination.
• The vaccine dosage varies by age, ensuring the right protection level for young children, teens, and adults.

💬 Still unsure about the COVID-19 vaccine for your child? Speak with a trusted pediatrician or primary care physician (PCP) for guidance.

Keeping Your Child Healthy at School

Aside from COVID-19, other illnesses such as the flu, RSV, and common colds can spread quickly in schools. Here’s how to boost your child’s immune system and protect their health:

• ‍Ensure they get vaccinated → COVID-19, flu, and other routine childhood vaccines.‍
• Encourage handwashing → Teach kids to wash hands before meals, after using the bathroom, and after sneezing/coughing.‍
• Pack a personal hand sanitizer → Schools provide sanitizing stations, but having their own ensures regular use.‍
• Promote healthy sleep & nutrition → A strong immune system starts with good sleep, a balanced diet, and hydration.

BASS Medical Group: Your Family’s Trusted Health Partner

At BASS Medical Group, we are committed to keeping families healthy year-round. Whether you need:

• COVID-19 vaccinations & boosters
• School health guidance & sick visits
• Flu shots & routine pediatric care

Our team is here to support you.

Schedule an appointment with BASS Medical Group today to keep your child healthy for the school year.