THE N U R S E’ S C O R N E R
WELCOME BACK BANNEKER FAMILY

 
I am the school nurse for the children at Benjamin Banneker.  My name is Danielle Ducheine.  I have been practicing pediatric nursing for the past 20 years.  I enjoy working with kids and I am looking forward to care for your children.  I look forward to getting to know you and your child throughout this school year.
The health office promotes health wellness through good hygiene, up-to-date immunizations, healthy lifestyle, mandated state screenings (hearing, vision, height/weight, blood pressure, scoliosis, and dental screening), referral, and follow up care.

• Health Office Hours:  8:30am – 3:25pm.
• Phone number:  (973) 266-4320  prompt #2

HEALTHY CHILDREN LEARN BETTER

• A good night’s sleep  (about 8 – 11 hours)
• A healthy breakfast and lunch
• Good hygiene (hand washing)

IMMUNIZATION

• PRE-K    Flu season is already here.  It is mandatory by the State of New Jersey for your child to have a flu vaccine by Dec 31^st in order to remain in the preschool program.
• Rising 5^th GRADERS    Tdap booster and Menactra are required by law prior to school entry in the 6^th grade.