Thermalito Union Elementary School District School Nurse & Health Services

02/26/2026

Did you know there is a NEW strategy in burn first aid care??

Current best-practice, evidence-based first aid for burns is well defined as 20 MINUTES OF COOL RUNNING WATER within the first three hours of burn injury.

Adequate cool running water delivered, either consecutively or collectively, significantly decreases the depth of burn injury and improves healing outcomes. A three-hour window provides a limited opportunity for caregivers, bystanders, EMS and/or Emergency Departments to deliver effective treatment.

Want to know more? Click this link --> https://www.20crw.org/

02/05/2026

We are excited to share upcoming RAP group opportunities for youth ages 11-16 years old.

RAP-A is a universal resilience-building initiative aimed at preventing depression and promoting positive mental health among adolescents.

02/04/2026

February is National Children's Dental Health Month!

Medi-Cal Dental covers free dental services for families.
• Children under 21 can get two free dental check-ups each year, or more.
• Adults can get one free check-up each year.
• Cleanings, X-rays, fluoride treatments, and many other services are covered at no cost for members of all ages!

Need Help Seeing a Dentist?
If your child does not have a dentist, I want to help!
I can:
• Help find a dentist
• Make a referral
• Answer dental questions
📞 Please contact your School Health Office

01/15/2026

For TK, Kindergarten & New 1st Grade Students:

California law requires students in Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and 1st grade students new to public school to have a Dental (Oral Health) Assessment on file.

What to Do
• Schedule a dental visit for your child
• Bring the Dental Health Assessment Form to the appointment
• Have it completed by a dentist or dental hygienist
• Return the completed form to the school office

✔️ A dental exam completed within the last year meets the requirement.

Why This Matters
Regular dental checkups help keep kids healthy and ready to learn.
Dental visits every 6 months are recommended and are covered by most public and private dental insurance plans. Most dental-related school absences are preventable. Tooth decay is the most common preventable chronic condition in children, yet it causes hundreds of thousands of missed school days each year.

Need a Dentist?
If you need help finding a dentist for your child, please contact the health office — we’re happy to make a referral for you!

Thank you for helping us keep our students healthy!

01/15/2026

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01/14/2026

Sleep is essential for a healthy immune system!

What's one great habit to start in the New Year? Making sure everyone in your house is getting the sleep they need! Check out the chart below to see how much your child should be sleeping.⬇️

01/03/2026

Ready or not... vacation is coming to a close!

Back-to-School Countdown: Friday Reset

School starts again on Monday — and today is about helping children’s bodies and brains remember what school rhythm feels like.

Not a full reset.
Not strict routines overnight.
Just gentle preparation.

Easing bedtimes.
Bringing wake-ups a little earlier.
Returning to predictable meals and snack times.
Talking about school in calm, curious ways — who they’ve missed, what they’re looking forward to, what they’d love in their lunchbox.

These small shifts help reduce stress before it shows up as behaviour.

Preparation isn’t pressure.
It’s support.

👉 Come back tomorrow morning for an emotional prep post, including a FREE DOWNLOAD Parent Handout — supporting worries, big feelings, and the transition back into school-ready mode.

01/03/2026

12/08/2025

🚭 Thinking About Quitting Va**ng? You’re Not Alone.

Once ni****ne addiction sets in, it can be really hard to stop — and most people need help.

Here are FREE resources with real people who can support you (or your teen) through quitting:

📞 Nationwide Support — Adults & Teens
1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669)
➡️ Connects you with your state’s quitline for free, confidential phone coaching to help quit smoking or va**ng.

👟 Teen & Young Adult Support
Designed for youth and the unique challenges they face:

📱 My Life, My Quit
Call: 1-855-891-9989
Text: “Start My Quit” to 36072
➡️ Free, confidential quit coaching for teens by trained youth coaches.

🌟 California-Based Programs (support for all ages)

Kick It California
Call: 1-800-300-8086
➡️ Free phone, text, and chat support to quit va**ng or smoking.

California Smokers’ Helpline
Quit Smoking: 1-800-NO-BUTTS (1-800-662-8887)
Quit Va**ng: 1-844-8-NO-VAPE (1-844-866-8273)
➡️ Free coaching + quit-support programs.

💪 Quitting can be tough — support makes a HUGE difference.
If you or someone you care about is trying to quit, reach out today.
You deserve to breathe easier. 💚

12/08/2025

🦷 Did you know ... Medi-Cal (aka Partnership) members can go online to access dental services? This is especially helpful for dental issues BEFORE they become emergencies. Scan the QR code on the flyer to find a provider! 🦷

11/29/2025

Support During the Holidays

The holiday season brings joy, connection, and celebration. It can also be a time when some students and families experience stress, strong emotions, or challenges with mental health or substance use.

If you or someone you know needs help, confidential support is available 24/7 for both mental health and substance use concerns.

You are not alone.

You can find a holiday toolkit, coping tips, and supportive resources curated by The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) here: https://www.samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/support-during-holidays

11/06/2025

Check out this amazing website!

Empowering kids with tools to manage their mental health can start with conversations at home. By having these conversations about mental health with your kids, you are building trust and connections that make it easier for them to come to you with future concerns, issues, and questions.

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