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Our mission is to provide evidence based/ best practice holistic nursing care to the unique, culturally diverse students of Chelmsford Public Schools. In collaboration with all stakeholders, we advocate for their safety and healthcare needs. We are dedicated professionals who are committed to bridging health care with education and making a positive impact for the present and future wellness of Chelmsford’s school community.

A child must be healthy to learn and a child must learn to be healthy.
-Massachusetts Department of Public Health

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contact Your School Nurses

Peggy Gump, M.Ed, BSN, RN | Coordinator of Nursing Services

gumpp@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-341-5521

Chelmsford High School

Chelmsford Public Schools-Carol Reilly

Carol Reilly, BSN, RN, NCSN | reillyc@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5111, ext. 5

 

Laura Sullivan, BSN, RN | sullivanlc@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5111, ext. 5

 

Megan Greenwood, LPN |greenwoodm@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5111, ext. 5

CHS Health Office fax: 978-926-0458

McCarthy Middle School

Chelmsford Public Schools-Linda Robbat

Linda Robbat, MSN, RN, NCSN | robbatl@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5222, ext. 2

 

Regina Clancy, LPN | clancyr@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5222, ext. 2

McCarthy Middle School Health Office Fax: 978-256-9230

Parker Middle School

Chelmsford Public Schools-Lisa Kamenides

Lisa Kamenides, MSN, RN, NCSN | kamenidesl@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5133, ext. 4

Chelmsford Public Schools-Donna Foley

Donna Foley, LPN | foleydm@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5133, ext. 4

Parker Middle School Health Office fax: 978-926-0776

Byam Elementary School

Chelmsford Public Schools-Amy Regan

Amy Regan, M.Ed, BSN, RN | regana@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5144, ext. 2

Byam Elementary School Health Office fax: 978-926-0445

Center Elementary School

Chelmsford Public Schools-Kathy Rossman

Kathy Rossman, BSN, RN, NCSN | rossmank@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5155, ext. 2

Center Elementary School Health Office fax: 978-256-4282

Harrington Elementary School

Melissa Lombardo, BSN, RN | lombardom@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5166, ext. 3

Harrington Elementary School Health Office fax: 978-251-0235

South Row Elementary School

Shannon Vandevoordt, MSN, RN | vandevoordts@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5177, ext. 1

South Row Elementary Health Office fax: 978-256-9475

Chelmsford Community Education/Chelmsford Pre-School (CHIPS)

Kristen Lynch, BSN, RN, NCSN | lynchk@chelmsford.k12.ma.us | 978-251-5151

CCE/CHIPS Health Office fax: 978-926-0732

CPS Covid-19 Dashboard

View the latest numbers of Covid-19 cases at Chelmsford Public Schools.

Covid-19 Protocol at Chelmsford Public Schools

Covid-19 Pooled Testing

Covid-19 pooled testing will be returning soon to Chelmsford Public Schools.

Information on the Outbreak of Coronavirus (Covid-19)

Health Services

The Chelmsford Public School District is working closely with the town of Chelmsford Board of Health representatives, school nurse leaders, and the Massachusetts Department of Education and Public Health to provide the latest updated information.

How do you know if you the have Coronavirus?  Click the link below.
Distinguishing the difference between COVID-19 vs. Allergies vs. Flu  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Massachusetts Coronavirus Hotline

Massachusetts 211

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has announced that Massachusetts 2-1-1 will now provide real-time COVID-19 information, resources, and referrals in multiple languages.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Massachusetts 2-1-1 is open to callers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

More Information

COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
COVID-19 Command Center - MEMA Newsletter (May 29, 2020)
Letter from DESE (May 8, 2020)
Letter from Dr. Lang (April 21, 2020)
Advisory: Face Coverings and Masks (April 10, 2020)
Teaching Children and Families About COVID-19
Tips to Stop the Spread of Germs
Talking to Children About COVID-19 (A Parent Resource)
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)
Massachusetts DPH Fact Sheet
Massachusetts DPH Coronavirus Update
COVID-19 Health Literacy Project

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Chelmsford Schools, Groups Word on Meal Drive in Coronavirus Crisis
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Remote Student Learning Resources

The CPS Curriculum Department is providing resources and activities to keep your child(ren) connected to learning during the school closure. Our content area department coordinators have created activities for each level and discipline to keep your child(ren) engaged in learning while out of school.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chelmsford Public School nurses are on duty during academic school day hours

Required Physical Exams

In accordance with Massachusetts General Law 105CMR 200.00 Section 100, every child registered in Massachusetts public schools must be carefully examined by a physician at intervals of three or four years. A physical exam is required for all Kindergarten, 3rd, 6th, and 9th graders enrolled in Chelmsford Public Schools. Please submit documentation from your health care provider to your school nurse in a timely manner.

All newly enrolled students must submit a physical exam dated from one year prior entrance to public school or within 30 days of school entry.

Students in competitive school athletics must provide annual physical exams prior to sport participation.

School Screenings

Screenings are conducted by Chelmsford Public Schools annually per Massachusetts Department of Public Health Regulation.

Hearing: Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7, 10

Scoliosis: Grades 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Upon request

Height/Weight: Grades 1, 4, 7, 10

Vision with Stereopsis: Grades * 1, 2, 3 Vision acuity: 4, 5, 7, 10

*Kindergarten:

Upon entering kindergarten or within 30 days of the start of school, the parent/guardian shall present to school, Health Care Provider documentation within the previous 12 months that the child has passed a vision screening.

A parent may send a written request to exclude student from participating in school screenings.

SBIRT

Massachusetts school districts are required to include a substance use preventive screening as part of their annual mandated universal health-screening program. Our district will use the Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) protocol with students in grades 7 & 9.

The SBIRT protocol facilitates a one-on-one conversation between each student and a school nurse or counselor in an effort to prevent or at least delay the start of using harmful substances, such as alcohol and marijuana.

This program focuses on reinforcing healthy decisions and addressing concerning behaviors around substance use with the goal of improving health, safety and success in school. We will use the CRAFFT II screening interview, which is the most commonly used substance use screening tool for adolescents in Massachusetts.

All screenings will be conducted in a confidential setting in private one-on-one sessions with a nurse or counselor trained in SBIRT screening.

 

 

 

Requirements for Entry to Public Schools

No child shall, except as hereinafter provided, be admitted to school except upon presentation of a physician’s certificate that the child has been successfully immunized against diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, measles and polio and such other communicable disease as may be specified from time to time by the Department of Public Health.
– M.G.L. c. 76, & 15;105 CMR 200.000 section 15

Immunizations must follow the recommended intervals from the CDC and the Mass. Department of Public Health. All K-12 students must provide the following immunization documentation prior to admittance:

 

Beginning with the 2020-2021 school year

Influenza vaccine will be required for all students. Influenza vaccine is always important to receive to reduce the risk of getting sick with influenza, reduce the severity of disease if one does get sick (including the risk of hospitalization) due to influenza, as well as preventing the spread of influenza to others. During the COVID-19 pandemic, influenza vaccine will be especially critical to reduce the overall impact of respiratory illness on the population, protect vulnerable populations from severe illness, and decrease the overall burden on the healthcare system.

Dosage Requirements

5 doses DTP/DTaP- unless 4th dose is given after age 4 ( Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)
4 doses Polio- unless 3rd dose is given after age 3
3  doses Hepatitis B
2  doses MMR ( Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
2  doses Varicella (or a Health Provider’s documentation of month and year of disease)

Students going into 7th grade -12th  need one dose Tdap booster.

Students going into 7th grade- 1 dose of MenACWY

Students going into 11th grade- 1 booster of MenACWY
Medical waivers and religious exemptions must be submitted in writing if applicable.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Current Information

DESE & Department of Public Health FAQs 9-20-21
Immunizations Guidelines and Requirements (8/3/20)
New Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine (MenACWY) Requirement for School Entry

Department Contact

Peggy Gump
Peggy Gump, M.Ed BSN RN

Coordinator of Nursing Services

978-341-5521

Health Resources

Concussion Training CDC
Health Insurance: Finding Low cost/free care
Lice Position of American Academy of Pediatrics
Life Threatening Allergy Resources
2020-2021 MA School Immunizations Requirements
Meningococcal Disease: Commonly Asked Questions
Mental Health Guide for Parents
Military Family Resources
The Flu: A Guide for Parents
MA DPH Coronavirus Fact Sheet

Health Department Videos

PSA: Soap + Water – The Handwashing Video

 

 

 

CPS Nursing Video

 

 

Stop the Spread of Germs like Seasonal Flu and COVID-19