Healthy Choices
Healthy Choices Committees at Acalanes, Campolindo, Las Lomas and Miramonte are comprised of parents, school administration, faculty and counselors whose purpose is to promote student health and wellness. The school site committees are currently working under auspices of the respective Parents’ Clubs and PTAs with faculty and administration support. Each school site is developing programs, strategies and resources to address the health and wellness needs of their student population.
Las Lomas Student Health Council is Seeking Members
Students Interested in Health? Become a member of the Las Lomas Student Health Council! We will meet monthly and healthy lunches will be provided. Wear our signature LLSCH t-shirt and promote teen health on our campus.
You must sign up with the School Nurse to attend. See your School Nurse for more information:
Kathi Mooney RN MA PHN
Las Lomas School Nurse
(925) 280-3920 Ext. 2112
2011 Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Immunization Requirements for Students
Whooping cough has been widespread in California during 2010. The California Department of Public Health recommends that all Californians 10 years and older receive a booster shot against pertussis (also known as "Tdap"1). Moreover, Assembly Bill 354, now chaptered into California law, requires students to be immunized against pertussis2:
For the 2011-12 school year only, all students entering 7th through 12th grades will need proof of a Tdap booster shot before starting school. This requirement:
- Can be met by receiving one dose of Tdap vaccine on or after the 10th birthday.
- Applies to all public and private schools.
- Does not affect students enrolled in summer school.
Recommended Reading from the Las Lomas School Nurse:
Seven Secrets of Low-Stress Families
Do you feel pressed for time? Do you feel tension in your home? Do you wish your home life was less stressful? Read this below article found in WebMD.com for some wonderful secrets of Low-Stress Families!
