School Nurse

What’s more important than the health of your family?
More nutrition resources (to keep your family healthy): 
I am currently participating in an excellent training program about how to deliver nutrition education and culinary skills to families in their own homes. One of the resources shared is THISfree online program. Check it out and tell me what you think!
 
Help you kids stay in school! 
Reminder:  Have you had your flu shots yet?  If not, they are widely available at doctors’ offices and local pharmacies.

Always Your School Nurse,
DvoraCitron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128,
IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​SchoolNurseWebsite

Teens and Energy!?!
Which do your students like the best – Monster?  Red Bull? Many others are also popular. You probably won’t be surprised that it’s not hard to find scientificevidence proving that these drinks are NOT HEALTHY for our teens to consume. What’s important to consider is WHY they are drinking them (what are they NOT getting?). When we see students drinking these during the school day, we can make some quick assumptions: they haven’t slept enough (length and quality) and/or they haven’t eaten breakfast (or anything). Translation: not only are these energy drinks actually dangerous, they’re being used as a replacement for something healthy that supports your student’s well-being. Please consider having a positive, non-judgmental and open-minded dialogue on how you can best support your student to cultivate and practice healthy habits that support optimal learning and performance. Need ideas and help? Let me know.
Browniesforbreakfast?  Why not?

Always Your School Nurse,
DvoraCitron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128,
IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​SchoolNurseWebsite

Happy Fall!
It’s a great time to have you and your family get flu shots. If you have a college student, encourage them to go to the Student Health Center on campus to get their flu shot and see what resources are available.
 
Teens and Energy!?!
Which do your students like the best – Monster?  Red Bull? Many others are also popular. You probably won’t be surprised that it’s not hard to find scientific evidence proving that these drinks are NOT HEALTHY for our teens to consume. What’s important to consider is WHY they are drinking them (what are they NOT getting?). When we see students drinking these during the school day, we can make some quick assumptions: they haven’t slept enough (length and quality) and/or they haven’t eaten breakfast (or anything). Translation: not only are these energy drinks actually dangerous, they’re being used as a replacement for something healthy that supports your student’s well-being. Please consider having a positive, non-judgmental and open-minded dialogue on how you can best support your student to cultivate and practice healthy habits that support optimal learning and performance. Need ideas and help? Let me know.

Brownies for breakfast?  Why not?

Always Your School Nurse,
DvoraCitron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128,
IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​SchoolNurseWebsite

Happy Fall!
It’s a great time to have you and your family get flu shots. If you have a college student, encourage them to go to the Student Health Center on campus to get their flu shot and see what resources are available.

Here’s a great Autumn recipe to try: RedLentil & PumpkinSoup

Always Your School Nurse,
DvoraCitron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128,
IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​SchoolNurseWebsite

Happy Fall!
It’s a great time to have you and your family get flu shots. If you have a college student, encourage them to go to the Student Health Center on campus to get their flu shot and see what resources are available.

Here’s a great Autumn recipe to try: RedLentil & PumpkinSoup

Always Your School Nurse,
DvoraCitron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128,
IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​SchoolNurseWebsite

Hot Weather Warning:
Please remember to encourage students’ hydration. Our late summer days can be very hot and dry, and it’s not unusual for us to see students with symptoms of heat illness. If air quality declines and your student needs an inhaler, please make sure they carry that with them and use it properly, and submit thismedicaldocumentation (each school year).

Does your student need medication at school?
Do you need to communicate with me about your student’s health/medical issue?
Please use the QR code to access the appropriate medical form you may need.

Help your child manage stress:

1. Provide breakfast. Even if they say they’re not hungry, ask them what they would be WILLING to eat and have that readily available to eat before school or to take with them.
2. Make sure they have access to healthy food and snacks throughout the day.
3. Make sure they stay hydrated – have them bring a water bottle that they can refill throughout the day. Those are also available in the cafeteria. Food can be hydrating too – especially fresh vegetables and fruit!

Do you know what the Blue Zones are?  Find out by watching this new documentary on Netflix: Liveto 100: SecretsoftheBlueZones

Try this GRATITUDEPRACTICE.

Always Your School Nurse,
DvoraCitron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128,
IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​SchoolNurseWebsite

Congratulations 2023 Graduates!
Remember, I am ALWAYS your School Nurse so please KEEP IN TOUCH!!!
I wish you and your families well in this next step in your amazing journey!
 
For Students Returning Next Year:
Please use the QR code below to access the appropriate medical form you may need.

I will be at Don’s Day on Monday, Aug 14 and you can come by to turn in forms, medications, and supplies to me.
 
My Schedule Next Year: The AUHSD School Nurse position has been .5 FTE for many years. When we went into quarantine for COVID and federal funds became available, the District asked the School Nurses at each site to work full-time. I agreed to do that here at Acalanes. 
 
Working full-time here has been the best experience for me professionally in the history of my School Nurse career. It has been my true honor and privilege to serve this entire community: students, families and staff. With the expiration of the Covid pandemic funding, the District is returning the School Nurse positions back to half-time. What that means here at Acalanes beginning next semester is that my schedule will usually be Tuesdays, Wednesdays and some Thursdays. As always, I will keep my schedule updated on my website.
 
Always Your School Nurse,
Dvora Citron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org
925-280-2970 x7128
IG: acalanesschoolnurse
​School Nurse Website