Originally Posted by finsup:
My go to was "it very well could be allergies but my policy is to exclude based on symptoms and right now her symptoms require her to be home." if they keep trying, I welcome them to provide the documentation from the doctor as to what they're allergic to and the treatment plan. Once they realized they will need to actually go to the doctor and do something about "allergies" they stop trying.
Yes. If anyone mentions allergies, it must be documented with a DR's directive on file. Even "seasonal allergies".
I send home for excessive runny nose or coughing.
If it's on the border, I will make a judgement call and they all know that I expect them to be proactive in keeping their child home if they are not at 100% but ultimately, it's my call if I allow them in too.
I do use medical masks as well. So, if I suspect a child has something and the symptoms are mild enough to stay here, on the masks go. It has cut down on the spread of colds tremendously!