Health and Wellness
School Nurses
GMS Nurse, District Nurse Coordinator
Renee Normandie RN, BSN
Health Assistant, Kelsey Dutra
860-376-7624
GHS Nurse
Stephanie Bibeau RN, BSN
Health Assistant, Jenna Martin
860-376-7647
GES Nurse
Sarah McEwen RN
Health Assistant, Nicole Davis
860-376-7615
Forms
Health Questionnaire (during registration only)
GHS Tylenol/Tums Authorization (High School only)
Flu Vaccine Reminder (for preschool only)
Physician Forms
Health Assessment Record (Annual Physical, Immunizations Record & Oral Health Assessment Screening)
Early Childhood Health Assessment (Birth-5) (Physical, Immunizations Record & Oral Health Assessment Screening for Early Childhood Education Program)
Authorization For the Administration of Medicine by School Personnel
Healthcare Provider’s Declaration of In Process Required School Immunizations for PreK
Healthcare Provider’s Declaration of In Process Required School Immunizations for K-12
Student Medical Exemption Certificate for Required Immunizations
Medical Statement for Meal Modifications in School Nutrition Programs
Diabetes Management Plan and School Treatment Authorizations (DMP)
Resources
CDC COVID-19 Isolation Guidance 3/1/24
The CDC issued new guidance on COVID-19 isolation on March 1, 2024. If you would like to review the guidance, please view the document from the Uncas Health District or feel free to contact our school nurses' offices directly with specific questions.
Immunization Requirements for Enrolled Students in CT for the 2024-2025 School Year PDF
CSDE Guidance Regarding Public Act 21-6, “An Act Concerning Immunizations”
CT DPH Pre-school Flu Immunization Requirement Q&A
Head Lice Memo (CABE Control of Pediculosis Policy)
Information about CT Husky Health for CT Children & Adults
Lead Poisoning Prevention Flyers
District Wellness Policies
All Town of Griswold Board of Education Policies can be found on CABE here.
Triennial School Wellness Assessment
Griswold Public Schools is in the process of a triennial assessment of its School Wellness Policy. This is a requirement of the Connecticut State Department of Education’s Office of Student Supports and Organizational Effectiveness.
Griswold strives to meet and exceed its wellness goals, and our departments, the District Safety, Wellness and Climate Committee and sub-committees are working together to move Griswold wellness forward. Our food services department continues to implement healthy food choices and cafeteria procedures for students. Faculty and Staff Pre-K through 12 encourage outdoor play at recess (GES and GMS), activity periods (GMS and GHS), and as an earned reward, in addition to exploring the campus nature trails for academic studies such as science. Our health teachers at each school instruct students on age-appropriate health and wellness topics including the importance of healthy diet and exercise, mental health, healthy relationships, avoiding unhealthy substances, and more.
The Griswold Public Schools District Safety, Wellness and Climate Committee meets regularly throughout the school year to review and discuss topics related to safe school climate, culture, safety, and wellness. Learn more on the School Climate webpage. The Committee will define sub-committees at future meetings to discuss specific topics such as Physical Fitness, Nutrition, Mental Wellness, and more. Stay tuned for updates. Community members interested in joining our School Wellness Sub-committees should contact Tom O'Connor, Director of Food Services, at TO'Connor@griswoldpublicschools.org or (860) 376-7685.
Resources:
Griswold WellSAT Policy Scorecard PDF