Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know

Finding out your child has head lice can be stressful, but it is a common childhood condition and does not reflect hygiene or cleanliness.

Our goal is to support families with effective treatment guidance while minimizing missed instructional time.  

If your child has head lice:

• Begin treatment as soon as possible using an evidence-based lice treatment or professional service.
• Once treatment has started, students may return as early as the next school day.
• A school nurse will complete a brief visual check before returning to class.

School nurses are available to support families with treatment questions and prevention guidance.

Supporting student learning

Current health guidance recognizes that head lice should not result in extended absences from school. Our approach focuses on:
·      Prompt treatment
·      Quick return to learning
·      Family support and guidance
·      Student privacy and dignity

Communication with families
When live lice are confirmed, families in the affected classroom will be notified through ParentSquare. Student privacy is always protected.