Dear Parents,
Head Lice: They’re the words no parent wants to hear. Every year, as many as 12 million children are affected by these small pests. They attach to hair and feed on blood from the scalp, which causes itchiness. The good news is that lice are not harmful, but they’re inconvenient and highly contagious. Having lice is not a sign of poor hygiene. They actually prefer clean hair. They spread through close contact or sharing hats, helmets, brushes, pillows, and other personal items.
Mary Immaculate had their first case of head lice this year. We are asking all parents to please check their child’s head. They are treated with Nix, which can be purchased over the counter at any drug store.
Please go online to check out more information or stop by the school office.