Hindley School Nurse

Welcome to the Nurse’s Office at Hindley!
Our mission across the district is to support the health and well-being of every student, empowering them to thrive both in the classroom and beyond. We offer a comprehensive range of health services and educational programs designed to promote a safe, healthy, and nurturing school environment.

SAVE A LIFE DAY. In Honor of National Public Health Week, the Darien Health Department is participating in a statewide Save a Life Day Nalazone Training on Wednesday, April 8th, from 6-7 pm at Post 53, 0 Ledge Road.  A limited number of free Narcan training kits will be offered ot training participants. For more information, email papazidis@darienct.gov.  

SEASONAL HEALTH TIPS FROM THE DPS NURSES

• Staying Healthy in Spring 2026
• February is American Heart Month. Click here to learn how to TAKE ACTION FOR YOUR HEART
• Staying Healthy in the New Year 2026 

8/26/25 Announcement

9/8/25 - Lice Announcement and Helpful Tips for Screening and Treating Lice

Meet the School Nurse

 

Services Include:

• Perform annual health screenings for vision, hearing, and scoliosis

• Provide illness and injury Care, including first aid, management of chronic conditions, and response to emergencies

• Ensure the safe administration of prescribed medications

• Support community health initiatives, including compliance with state-mandated health and immunization records

• Active members of the 504 and PPT teams for students with health concerns

Links to Important Information:

• Incoming Kindergarten Letter with Health Documentation for the 2026-2027 school year

• Life-Threatening Food Allergy Information for Parents 

• LTFA FAQs 2026.

• Hand Foot Mouth Disease Guidance 2025.pdf

• Update on Respiratory Illnesses (Community Acquired Pneumonia, Flu, RSV and COVID-19)

• Health Forms

• Medication Administration and Authorization

• DPS Health Services Website

• DPS Sick Day Guidance and CSDE - When is sick too sick for school

• Management of Students with Life Threatening Food Allergy and Safeguards in the Elementary School Cafeteria

• DPS Lice Policy and Helpful Tips for Screening and Treating Lice

• Health Requirements and FAQ for Incoming Students