Springfield Public School District 186 students who have difficulty accessing medical care have more opportunities to get needed physicals and immunizations this summer, thanks to a coalition of area health care providers. Physicals are required for students entering pre-K, kindergarten, sixth or ninth grade, and students who are new to District 186. New this year, high school seniors also need the meningococcal vaccine. "Last year we had nearly 100 percent of all District 186 students in compliance with the medical needs for their grade. We hope this year will be just as successful. This
A year ago few would have predicted we'd be spending the 2020 holiday season deep in the midst of a pandemic, yet here we are. Fortunately, this doesn't mean we can't find ways to enjoy the holidays with our loved ones. Whether your family is gearing up to celebrate Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas or some other tradition, here are five things to keep in mind during this special holiday season. Preparing for happy & healthy holidays 1. Check on Your Loved Ones The holidays are a common time of year for people to feel lonely or miss pets or people who have passed on. And we may see even more
