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School Health

At Fauquier County Public Schools, we believe that healthy students are better learners. Our School Health Services team is committed to promoting the physical, mental, and social well-being of every student so they can reach their full academic potential. Through early identification of health needs, support for chronic conditions, and promoting healthy habits, we work alongside families to create a safe and supportive school environment.

Meet Your School Health Team

Each FCPS1 school is staffed by a licensed health professional trained to provide a variety of school-based health services. School health staff are responsible for:

  • Administering first aid and managing minor illnesses or injuries during the school day
  • Supporting students with chronic health needs
  • Preventing the spread of communicable diseases
  • Enforcing health-related school policies in accordance with Virginia state law
  • Serving as a liaison between families, healthcare providers, and community health agencies

If you have questions or concerns about your child’s health at school, your school nurse is your first and best resource.

Contact:

School Health Coordinator
Lorita Brown
Email: loritabrown@fcps1.org
Phone: (540) 422-7107

When to Keep Your Child Home from School

Fauquier County Public Schools encourages daily attendance—but only when students are well. Keeping children home when they are sick protects other students and staff from illness and prevents the spread of infection.

Students should stay home if they have:

  • A fever over 100°F (must be fever-free for 24 hours without medication)
  • Vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours
  • Suspected contagious diseases (such as strep throat, flu, chicken pox)
  • Head lice, scabies, or other untreated conditions
  • Eye infections with discharge (conjunctivitis)
  • Undiagnosed rashes
  • Uncontrolled pain or injury needing medical evaluation
  • Any nose discharge that is green or yellow
  • Symptoms of flu or H1N1: body aches, fever, cough, nausea, vomiting

If your child becomes ill at school, they will be sent to the clinic, and you may be asked to pick them up.

Wellness Across the Whole School Community

Fauquier County Public Schools takes a comprehensive approach to student wellness that includes:

  • Physical Education & Activity – Promoting healthy behaviors through PE and extracurricular programs
  • Nutrition Services – Encouraging balanced diets and healthy food choices
  • Mental Health & Counseling – Supporting emotional well-being through school counselors and referral services
  • Health Education – Teaching students to make informed, healthy choices
  • Safe & Healthy Environments – Maintaining clean, safe learning spaces
  • Parent & Community Engagement – Partnering with families and local agencies
  • Staff Wellness – Supporting the health and well-being of our faculty and staff