Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
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My county is one of the poorest counties in the state of NC, therefore resources are very scarce. I don't think this should limit my ability to perform my duties as a nurse because our children deserve the same care and attention that others receive in other NC counties. The thermometer is used to check the child's temperature and that reading will determine if the child will need medication or seen by their regular physician for further assessment. The emesis (vomit) bags can be utilized by the child until their parent/guardian can pick them up from school.
Being sick impacts not only your ability but willingness to learn.
With the saline, I can clean wounds and remove any debris present. With band-aids, I can cover wounds to decrease the student's chances of getting an infection. Hand sanitizer is used to reduce the spread of germs. A healthy child is able to learn and have the opportunity to meet or exceed their educational needs.
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My county is one of the poorest counties in the state of NC, therefore resources are very scarce. I don't think this should limit my ability to perform my duties as a nurse because our children deserve the same care and attention that others receive in other NC counties. The thermometer is used to check the child's temperature and that reading will determine if the child will need medication or seen by their regular physician for further assessment. The emesis (vomit) bags can be utilized by the child until their parent/guardian can pick them up from school.
Being sick impacts not only your ability but willingness to learn.
With the saline, I can clean wounds and remove any debris present. With band-aids, I can cover wounds to decrease the student's chances of getting an infection. Hand sanitizer is used to reduce the spread of germs. A healthy child is able to learn and have the opportunity to meet or exceed their educational needs.