Welcome to the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District
Kathleen A. Montagano, Ed.D.,Superintendent of Schools
508-252-5000; 508-252-5024 (fax)
Public Health Information
-Swine Flue Parent Letter (May 27, 2009)
-Revised Swine Flu Informational Letter (May 4, 2009)
-Swine Flu Fact Sheet
-Spanish Swine Flu Fact Sheet
-Portuguese Swine Flu Fact Sheet
Guidelines for parents from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) concerning the flu
Guidance for Parents:
Teach family and children these steps to prevent the transmission of and protect you from infections such as influenza:
-Cover your coughs and sneezes into a tissue or the inside of you elbow, not into your hands
-Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
-Wash hands frequently, especially after coughing or sneezing
-Avoid holding, hugging, kissing and shaking hands with anyone who has a cold or the flu
-If your child is sick, especially with a fever - do not send your child to school
-If families have recently traveled to the locations with active cases and have flu-like symptoms with a fever they
should keep their children home and notify their doctor.
Symptoms of the Flu:
-Fever
-Cough
-Sore throat
-Body aches, headaches, chills and fatigue
-Sometimes the symptoms include nausea and diarrhea
Please be aware that the school nurses will be following the guidelines provided by the Massachusetts Department of Health regarding any exclusions as needed from school.
For more information, please visit the following websites:
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
U.S. CDC Swine Influenza
The Flu: A Guide for parents
Ounce of Prevention
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CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Social Networking Presentation 4-30-09 (click for details)
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This site is in progress and is constantly being updated.
Employment opportunities are listed under the 'Central Office', under the 'Superintendent's' section.
