Stop Flu at School Program

Aloha Parents/Guardians:

We regret to inform you that our school was not selected for the Stop Flu at School Program for the 2018-2019 school year.  Due to financial and staffing constraints, the Department of Health (DOH) is not able to offer free vaccines to all public and private schools.  Only some schools with the greatest needs were selected.

Although the Department of Health is not able to offer our school free vaccines, we highly encourage your child to still be vaccinated for the flu by your healthcare provider.  Most health insurance plans cover the cost of recommended vaccines.  Please check with your insurance provider for details of coverage. 

In addition to vaccination for everyone ages 6 months and older, Department of Health recommends other flu prevention strategies, which includes staying home when sick, covering coughs and sneezes, and washing hands frequently.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 626-0940 ext 237.

Sincerely,

Kelsey Tsuhako

School Health Assistant II

Stop Flu at School Vaccination Clinic

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We have been advised by the Department of Health that Stop Flu at School Vaccination Clinic has been delayed to January or February of next year.  

We understand if you choose to have your child vaccinated earlier in the flu season with your own doctor.  However, flu vaccination will still be beneficial as long as flu viruses are circulating, even in January or later since flu occurs year-round in Hawaii.  We have decided to continue to offer the flu vaccinations through Stop Flu at School clinic to those who are still willing to participate. 

The Department of Health has not given us a confirmed date, but we will provide updates as information becomes available. 

Thank you for your patience.

Sincerely,

Kelsey Tsuhako

School Health Aide

Hello 'Ike Parents,
As we enter the cold and flu season please remind your child of good health habits.  Here are a few general practices to remember.

• If children are sick please keep them at home.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.
• Wash hands often.

Thank you for your continued support in keeping our students at Mililani 'Ike healthy!!1