As we navigate the colder months, it’s essential to prioritize student health and minimize the impact of seasonal illnesses on school attendance. Satellite High School is proud to share resources from Florida KidCare's Cold and Flu Season Toolkit to help families stay informed and prepared.
Cold and Flu Season: Key Facts
Flu season typically runs from October through May, peaking between December and February. Short-term illnesses, like colds and the flu, are leading causes of chronic absenteeism—defined as missing 15 or more school days per year. This can significantly affect a student’s academic performance and future success.
Resources for Families
Florida KidCare has developed a variety of tools to help families stay healthy, including:
Tips for deciding if your child is too sick for school.
Guidelines on proper hand-washing techniques.
Advice on whether to visit urgent care or the emergency room.
Flu vaccination information.
These resources are available on their interactive website, fluinflorida.org, offering accessible and practical health tips.
Why Vaccination Matters
Getting a flu shot is one of the most effective ways to protect your family during flu season. Vaccinations are available for FREE through Florida KidCare, which provides year-round affordable health and dental insurance for children. Families can learn more and apply at floridakidcare.org.
Spread the Word
We encourage families to explore these resources and adopt healthy habits to ensure consistent school attendance and academic success. Together, we can help keep our students healthy and ready to learn.
For more information, visit the websites above or contact the school office. Let’s work together to make this cold and flu season as manageable as possible!