School Nurse Letter

 

Health Room Office Professional - Nicki Wallce (nwallace@lwsd.org)

Health Room Direct Line: (425) 936-2449

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Hello,

My name is Caerissa Fawkes and I am your School Nurse for the 2022-2023 school year. I’m very excited to be working with all of you! My job is to support your child’s health and learning for this upcoming year. I hope to collaborate with and support you as we navigate these challenging times.

I look forward to speaking with you by phone, voice/text by cell or communicating with you by email. My office number is (425) 936-2812 Ext: 57631. My cell number is (425) 466-8311 and the confidential nurse fax line is (425) 556-9806. My email is cfawkes@lwsd.org. Please do not hesitate to email or call if there are any questions.

I am available Monday to Friday during normal school hours.

Annual Nurse Alert Form

Please report any health issue your child has that could impact safety and learning.

Complete the Annual Nurse Alert form by:

  • Online: In your student’s Skyward profile 
  • Paper copy: Download and complete a paper copy or,
  • You may also contact me directly by phone or e-mail

COVID-19

Take actions to help manage the spread of coronavirus and keep each other safe.

  • Get vaccinated
  • Get tested if you have COVID-19 symptoms
  • Wash your hands frequently
  • Keep hands away from your face
  • If you feel sick, stay home

For current Lake Washington School District COVID guidance, check the LWSD COVID webpage. Ask for resources around vaccination clinics and testing.

Health Services & Resources

Health Resources can be found on the LWSD Health Resources webpage. The page contains resources about support and assistance in the district and the community. Including vision assistance, health resources, and links to specific health conditions, including life-threatening allergies, asthma, diabetes, dyslexia, eating disorders, health and fitness, and infectious diseases.

Flu Shot Information

Schedule a flu shot for your student and family members.

Here’s how:

  • Seek care from your health care provider
  • Look for upcoming announcements for opportunities on the Lake Washington School District website

Immunizations

If you received a letter from Health Services about immunizations your student needs for school, please make sure your student receives the immunization(s) listed in the letter. Send the immunization record to me or have your health care provider fax the record via the confidential fax. Immunization requirements can be found in the Health Services Immunizations page.

Medications

If your child has a LIFE-THREATENING Health Condition (anaphylaxis, diabetes, seizures, asthma, etc.) and/or takes medication please complete and send or fax the needed medical forms at the beginning of the school year. All forms are on the LWSD website in Health Services. All medications, whether self-carry or kept in the nursing office need medical forms completed.

Medication Form

Ask your health provider to complete the Medication Authorization form on the LWSD website in Health Services.

  • Each medication requires its own form.
  • Your health care provider must sign.
  • You must sign the form.
  • This is required for ALL medications.

All medications must be in their original container with a pharmacy label. Emergency medications must be in the building on or before the first day of school. *Check medication expiration dates! Try to get medications that will last the full school year.

In good times and in challenging times, I know you want the best for your children. You want them to be safe, healthy, and happy. And you want them to always be learning, growing, and getting ready to take on the world, so please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of assistance. Below I have added some links to resources you may find helpful.

Best Wishes, Cae

Caerissa Fawkes, RN, BSN, CDE (she/her) School Nurse
Redmond Middle School10055 166th Ave NE Redmond, WA 98052
Email: cfawkes@lwsd.org

Office: (425) 936-2812 Ext: 57631| Cell: (425) 466-8311 | Confidential Fax: (425) 556-9806

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Student Health Forms

 

Resource Information & Links