Is attendance down at any school in Spring-Ford School District?
“Each day student attendance data is monitored by both the building nurses and the District’sCoordinator of School Nurses. Attendance is reviewed in each building and in each grade level. We look at the information for trends in which the absence rate is high over a series of days, rather than looking at a one-day spike in illness. “At most schools the absentee rate is somewhat higher than it was last year at this time. At schools where attendance is down, we have collaborated with the Montgomery County Health Department to assess the situation. It is important to note that The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has advised K-12 schools to remain open during the flu season and to take preventative measures to keep students healthy.” Are there any confirmed cases of HINI in the Spring-Ford Area School District? “Pennsylvania is one of 41 states reporting widespread flu activity at this time. We are certain that our school community has been affected as well. Please know that the District
