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Infectious illness

To prevent outbreaks of influenza and other respiratory infections, it is of prime importance that
children with a forehead/armpit temperature higher than 37.3°C, oral temperature higher than
37.5°C, or ear temperature higher than 38°C, or if your child has vomited, regardless of the
presence of respiratory symptoms, should not attend school. They should be advised to seek
medical advice and avoid school until 24 hours after the fever has subsided.

The recommendations in Appendix 1 are based on the general infection period only. Other
factors, such as the clinical conditions of the sick child, must be considered as well. The
attending doctor should exercise his / her professional judgment when making the final decision
on the length of sick leave. For the sake of children’s health, parents are requested to provide
medical certificate of recovery or stating that the child is not considered to be infectious, as
issued by a registered medical practitioner.

Lost Property
It is essential that all clothing is clearly labelled with your child’s name, especially school bag,
cap, vest and jacket. Items found without a name will be held at the Lost & Found box near the
school office, which will be cleared at the end of each month. Please contact the school office
or class teacher for any lost items.

Inclement Weather
In the event of a typhoon or rainstorm signal, special attention is drawn to the different
arrangements by the Education Bureau. Parents should pay attention to the announcements
made by the Education Bureau when a typhoon or heavy rainstorm is affecting Hong Kong.
Typhoon Arrangements
When a typhoon signal is in force, the following general arrangements will apply and the
Education Bureau will make appropriate public announcements accordingly. Parents are
advised to listen to the announcement made by the Education Bureau.