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Immunization Requirements
OSDH Vaccine Exemption
Illness Protocols
Students should remain home for the following:
Fever (100.4°F or above) – Must be fever-free for 24 hours without medication before returning.
Sore Throat or Tonsillitis – May be a sign of a more serious illness; consult a healthcare provider.
Rash or Spots – Stay home until cleared by a provider. For infections like ringworm, scabies, or impetigo, students may return after 24 hours of treatment, with the affected area covered.
Cough or Cold Symptoms – Includes congestion, body aches, chills, and headache. If multiple symptoms are present, consult a healthcare provider before returning.
Vomiting or Diarrhea – Stay home until 24 hours have passed since the last episode.
Eye Inflammation or Discharge – Redness with drainage, pain, or matting may- indicate pink eye or another infection. Students may return 24 hours after starting treatment.
Difficulty Breathing – New or worsening symptoms may signal a respiratory infection; consult a provider.
Head Lice – Students must be treated with appropriate medication and be free of live lice before returning. A school health check will be conducted prior to readmittance.
Acute Pain – Students requiring narcotic medication for pain management should not attend school.
Loss of Taste or Smell – New onset may be an early symptom of viral illness and should be evaluated.
Note: “Symptom-free” means symptoms have fully resolved and the student has been fever-free for 24 hours without the use of medication.
This policy is subject to updates based on guidance from the CDC, the Oklahoma State Department of Health, and other medical authorities. Terra Verde Discovery School reserves the right to adapt illness protocols as needed for the safety of students and staff