Central Elementary School Newsletter
Summer, 2008

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

ENROLLMENT

July 29th – 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
July 30th – 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

First Day Of School - August 14th

Have A Great Summer!
CES office hours will vary during the summer. You may call at 438-3195 or at the High School at 438-2218.

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2007-2008 CENTRAL YEARBOOK

LAST CHANCE TO ORDER 2007-2008 YEARBOOKS. THEY ARE FOR SALE FOR $30. PLEASE SEND YOUR PAYMENT BEFORE THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL. THEY WILL BE DELIVERED IN THE FALL.

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HEAD START

Cowley County Head Start Central Preschool is now accepting applications for fall enrollment. Please call 866-441-2076 for more information.

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PRESCHOOL

If you are interested in sending your 3-4 year old child to preschool, please call the Head Start Office at 866-441-2076. They are enrolling for the 2008-2009 school year.

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ATTENDANCE

Schools are responsible for teaching your child. But schools can’t do their job if your child is absent. Learning builds day by day. A child who misses a day of school misses a day of learning.

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2008 - 2009 SCHOOL YEAR

We are making plans for next year. If you know you will not be attending school at Central next year, please call and let us know. Thank you for your help.

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HEAD LICE

Have you checked your child for head lice lately?

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USD 462 WEBSITE UPDATED
ACTIVITIES / ATHLETICS LINK CREATED

Parents – Please use the district website to check on Basketball game start times. Several schools in our league won’t be fielding a junior varsity this year, so game start times can change from week to week. In order to keep you on schedule, we will update the Activities/Athletics Link.

Check us out @ www.usd462.org.

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CPTO NEWS

So far this year, CPTO has purchased a geo-dome, slide, and ground cover for the new playground. Contributions were also made for a new portable sound system. The money that the CPTO used to purchase these items was earned by students selling Red Wheel last year.

The officers for the 2007-2008 year are Michelle Moore, Saundra Williams, and Betty Taylor.

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MRSA

Questions and Answers about Ethicalities Staphylococcus aureus in schools. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, along with parents and school officials, wants to do everything possible to protect students from MRSA skin infections. These are commonly asked questions that will help parents and school officials prevent the spread of MRSA in schools.
What type of infections does MRSA cause? In the community most MRSA infections are skin infections that may appear as boils with often are red, swollen, painful, or have pus or other drainage. These skin infections commonly occur at sites of visible skin trauma, such as cuts and abrasions, and areas of the body covered by hair. Almost all MRSA skin infections can be effectively treated by drainage of pus with or without antibiotics.
How is MRSA transmitted? MRSA is usually transmitted by direct skin-to-skin contact or contact with shared items or surfaces that have come into contact with someone else’s infection (e.g., towels, used bandages).
In what settings do MRSA skin infections occur? These factors, referred to as the 5 C’s, are as follows: Crowding, frequent skin-to-skin Contact, Compromised skin (i.e., cuts or abrasions), Contaminated items and surfaces, and lack of Cleanliness.
How do I protect myself from getting MRSA? You can protect yourself by: practicing good hygiene; covering skin trauma such as abrasions or cuts with a clean dry bandage until healed; avoiding sharing personal items (e.g., towels, razors) that come into contact with your bare skin; and using a barrier (e.g., clothing or a towel) between your skin and shared equipment such as weight-training benches.
You may call Nurse Pam if you have any questions.

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Students Arriving Early

We know students are eager to arrive at school and begin the day, but they should not be here before 7:45 a.m. There is no supervision before that time.

Thank you for your help and cooperation.

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TOYS

Please do not allow your child to bring toys from home to school unless it is for show and tell. Students will not be allowed to take their toys to recess.

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PLEASE HELP US

If your child needs to leave school before 3:55 p.m., PLEASE CHECK INTO THE OFFICE FIRST.

If your child arrives after the 8:10 a.m. bell, PLEASE CHECK INTO THE OFFICE FIRST.

We are starting a new year and some parents may not be aware that the office needs to know if your child leaves. Call the school or write a note for the office before the appointment and we will make the teachers and bus drivers aware that your child will be late or absent. Stop by the office and we will call the classroom for your child. If they have missed part of a day, all day, or just tardy - they will need to get an admit slip from the office.

We appreciate your cooperation. Thank You.

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NEWSLETTER/CALENDAR

A school newsletter is sent home with students every Thursday, or Friday if we have school on that day. It has the next week’s menu, events, announcements, and activities that are coming up. A monthly calendar is sent home and a yearly calendar is in the handbook you received at enrollment. If you have any concerns, suggestions, or problems, please call the school at 438-3195.

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BANK – N – BUCKS

Bank-n-Bucks is every Tuesday morning. The 5th grade class provides services for K – 6th students to make deposits to the Citizens Bank at CES. If you need information, please call Mrs. Ashenfelter at 438-3195.

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VACCINATION

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has announced that contrary to information that has been provided to schools earlier this year, Kansas students are not required to receive two doses of Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccination prior to enrolling for the 2007-2008 school year.
In a memo to Kansas school nurses in January of this year, KDHE had notified school districts that two doses of the vaccination, which provides increased immunity to chickenpox, would become mandatory for kindergarten and first graders. One dose of the vaccination had been required in previous years. New regulations are in the process of being approved that will require the second dose.
“We recognize that some of our communications regarding this issue have been confusing for parents, schools and health care providers,” said Dr. Howard Rodenberg, State Health Officer. “We apologize for the confusion.”
Mrs. Hedges wants to make sure that no student attending Central misses any school due to this miscommunication from the KDHE.

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Employment Opportunities

Central USD #462 is accepting applications for substitute custodians and kitchen staff. Please pick up an application at the District Office.

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TYSON PROJECT A+

Central is participating in a fundraiser by Tyson Foods called Tyson Project A+. Save the entire Project A+ label on participating Tyson packages. Details are on back of this week's newsletter. Thank you for your help.

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MEDICATION CHECK-LIST (FROM CES HANDBOOK)

I understand that it is my responsibility to supply the medication in its’ Original container. Any medication sent unlabeled will not be given to my child. If possible, the school will attempt to contact me if this happens.

My child has received at least one dose of the medication and has not had any adverse reactions from the medication.
I understand that my child will not be allowed to keep any medication on his/her person. All medications will be kept in the school office in a locked container.

I understand that the school employee who administers this medication to my child in accordance with written instructions from the physician and/or parent/guardian, shall not be liable for damages as a result of an adverse reaction suffered by my child.

I understand that the designated school employee to administer medications will contact me for any questions regarding the medication I have instructed the school to administer to my child.

I understand that the designated school employee and/or school nurse cannot dispense medications without permission or diagnose or treat conditions as this is against the Kansas Nurse Practice Act and the state law.

In the event medications are to be given at school, the following have been completed:

Medication form completed by physician has been received by the school office. (Form on back)
Labeled medication to be kept at the school office had been delivered.

REQUEST TO ADMINISTER MEDICATION AT SCHOOL FORM IS ON THE BACK OF LAST WEEK'S NEWSLETTER.

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STUDENT TARDINESS & ABSENTEEISM

Students who are late to class not only lose valuable instruction for themselves, they also disrupt class, interfere with lessons in progress, and disrupt other students’ concentration.
Educators agree that prompt and regular school attendance is an important key to a student’s success. Students should be taught to demonstrate respect for staff and for peers, and one way to do this is to practice prompt and regular school attendance.
There may, on occasion, be an illness or emergency that causes your child to be late or absent from school. As a parent, you should call the school office to alert staff that your child will be late or absent. Your child should also be encouraged to make up any missed assignments.
Punctuality is a trait parents should instill in their children. Not only will this be valuable during the elementary and secondary school years, but it will also serve your children will in college and beyond, when punctuality is up to them alone.

(Taken from Cut & Paste.)

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CES ABSENCES POLICY

Absences beyond 8 per semester will require a note from a physician or other health agency to be excused. Continued absences after that point could result in referral to the Cowley County truancy officer.

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BUS SAFETY

Bus safety is a vital part of every school day. In fact, traveling on a school bus is probably safer than the family car. However, bus safety depends on everyone, including students, parents, and motorists. Here are some tips to keep children safe:

Dress children in bright-colored clothing that is easy for everyone to see.
Be sure clothing and book bags are free of dangling drawstrings that might catch on the handrail or door of the bus. Clothes often have strings on the bottom that can cause a child to fall.
Remind children about their responsibility to behave properly on the bus. If everyone is yelling, the bus driver cannot concentrate on safety. Remind children to be on time for the bus. It is best to have them arrive five minutes early. If the bus had to wait on every child for five minutes or more, imagine how long it would take to get to school.
Talk to children about never speaking to strangers or taking anything from people they don’t know. Remind them to notify the bus driver or an adult they know about any incidents.
Encourage children to stand back from the bus as it approaches.
Encourage them to quickly choose a seat and stay seated while the bus is moving. While most vehicles have seat belts, buses do not, so it is vital that students stay still and calm.
Encourage children to allow anyone to sit next to them so the bus can be loaded quickly.
When it comes to getting off the bus, remind children not to stand or walk until the bus comes to a complete stop.
Remind them to look both ways before crossing the street.
In case of an emergency, remind children to stay calm and listen to the driver.

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TITLE I SCHOOL WIDE PROGRAM AND HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF

As the new school year begins, it is important to provide "Parents Right to Know" requirements to all Central Elementary families as part of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Law.

As a Title I school, Central Elementary is very proud to announce that our staff meets 100% of the professional qualifications required. Under NCLB, parents may request the following information:

 

*Whether the teacher has met State qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction;

*Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which State qualification or licensing criteria have been waived;

*The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification of degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree; and

*Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

If you have any questions concerning this notification, please contact the principal, Mrs. Hedges.

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FOOD BROUGHT FROM HOME FOR PARTIES, ETC.

If you and your child wish to celebrate their birthday at school please consult the teacher in advance.  If you wish your child to bring a treat for his class consult with the teacher ahead of time.

PLEASE NOTE: Any foods that are to be distributed should be only those purchased and packaged in their original containers.  Of course, this would include cookies, drinks, etc. and would include items for all parties.  Also, care should be taken when distributing/handling the food/drink ... (Plastic gloves, hand-washing, etc.)

Please note this does not include your own child's sack lunch, etc.  Only items that are to be distributed to other students.  Thank you for your support and cooperation.

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BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

Save your General Mills Box Tops for Education and Campbell's Labels!

Our school is collecting Box Tops and Campbell's labels to purchase items and supplies for Reading and AR trips.The labels are on cereal, snack food, baking products, frozen foods, and meat and side dish boxes. Our school receives a dime for each box top collected. Please save the box tops and labels and give to any Central Elementary student.

Thanks for your support and help!

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STAFF NOTES

We have some new faces at Central Elementary this year. Also, some people have changed positions.

Crystal Moore is the Preschool teacher. Tina Dory, Kelly Goad and Chelsea McCauley are her aides.

Susan Hostetter is the Kindergarten teacher. Saundra Williams is her aide.

Denise Liebau and Carol Kill are the First Grade teachers.

Marlys Roe is the Second Grade teacher.

Sheryl Clower is teaching Third Grade.

Rita Ashenfelter is teaching Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Language Arts and Fourth Grade Homeroom.

Tammy Pippitt is teaching Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Math and Fifth Grade Homeroom.

JudY Powell is teaching Third, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Science and Sixth Grade Homeroom.

Judy Shore is teaching Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Social Studies.

Gordon Warren is teaching Elementary Vocal Music.

Ed Schubert is teaching 5th and 6th Grade Band and CJSHS Vocal and Instrumental Music. Betsy Whitehill is his accompaniest.

Dave Morland is teaching Elementary and Senior High Physical Education. He also teaches the summer Driver's Ed. program.

Shirley Douglas is the K-12 Librarian for Central Schools. Peggy Wolfe is the library aide in both buildings.

Christen Rierson is the Special Education Interrelated teacher. Tina Dory is her para.

Gaye Mackey is Success For All coordinator for all grades, Preschool through Sixth.

Judy Shore is the Title I Reading teacher. Her aide, Betsy Whitehill, will also be tutoring SFA students.

RyAnn Meyers is the Art teacher.

Juanita Triplett is foster Grannie in our school.

Alisha Miller is a playground and teacher's aide. She also supervises the computer lab.

Karen Hughes is an aide in our school.

Cooks are Angie Parker and Jill McAlister.

Custodians are Trish Whiteman and Nina Sutton.

Sheila Conklin is our Secretary.

Pam Elliott is our School Nurse.

Marian Hedges is our Principal/Superintendent.

Students must wear tennis shoes every day to physical education class and we discourage wearing flip-flops on the playground for safety concerns.

Thank you for your help with this issue.

Please, stop in the office if you are here to pick up your child before school is out. When you return, please stop in the office for an admit slip. Students, if you are tardy, please come to the office for your admit slip. Thank you for your help and cooperation.

As we begin a new school year, a new emphasis is being placed upon 100% on-time attendance for every student. This is the first step in reaching our goal of 100% achievement for all students. There will be early in the day monitoring of attendance, early intervention with parents, and an incentive plan for those students who have perfect attendance each 9 weeks.

With our four day week and emphasis on reading each morning in Grades K-6, we expect all students to be at school unless they are ill. Our school nurse, Pam Elliot, is available each day in case children become ill at school and need to go home. Please send your children to school each day unless they are running a temperature or are sick at their stomach. This emphasis on attendance will help children develop habits that will benefit them their entire lives.

In the complicated formula used by the federal government to determine whether a school/district has made Adequate Yearly Progress, ATTENDANCE RATE is one factor that we can certainly monitor and improve upon each day. Please help us improve our attendance rate at Central Elementary school. Thank you in advance for your support.

Please remember when you are picking up your children after school to keep the flow of traffic moving in the area south of the building. Also, please do not park in the bus loading area in front of the school.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Central School District has purchased Weather Net equipment and software and joined the KSN Weather Lab Program. Central used Title V Innovative Programs funds to purchase the equipment and software to begin Weather Net Education. The equipment was installed by Southern Kansas Telephone Company personnel and Central's maintenance staff and technology coordinator.

Central patrons can access our weather station data by downloading Weather Bug software onto their home computer. Go to http://www.weatherbug.com/ to find this free software. If you don't want advertisements, you can pay a yearly subscription fee of $19.95. AWS currently has over 16 million users worldwide. WeatherBug is only available for IBM compatible pc's at the time. Mac owners can access Central Schools weather data on Central Elementary's web site at http://www.sktc.net/~cenelem/ or watch KSN Channel 3 News to see our school's data on the Weather Lab ticker at the bottom of the screen.

We have several nice jackets, shoes and shirts in our lost and found box. If your children are missing some things, have them come in the office and check out our box. THANKS!

With all of the illnesses going around, if you have changed your telephone number, address, job, doctor, or emergence contact number , we would appreciate a note or telephone call, with that new information. We will need to update your child's file. This information is very important in helping us locate you in an emergency or illness. THANK YOU!

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BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB

Do you want to donate a book to the library for your child's birthday?  We have some new books that are on AR, which you may purchase if you like.  These are hard-back books which sell from $10.95 to $15.45.  The student may pick out which one they wish to purchase. We will have these available in the library for the next couple of weeks, so if you are interested, please stop by the library and check them out or give us a call.  Thanks!!!!!!!!

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Contact Central Elementary School (620-438-3195 or 888-303-2220) for bus schedules.

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAM

Did you know that the number of Free and Reduced meal applications that are approved for Central decides the amount of Title 1, At Risk, Drug Free Schools and other federal programs' funds we receive?

Each approved application allows our school district to receive additional money for programs that will benefit our students.

Easy-to-fill-out applications are available in the school offices and will be provided at enrollment in August.

This application can also reduce the amount you would have to pay in enrollment fees for your child.

Your child does not have to receive Free or Reduced meals even if he or she qualifies. All personal information will be kept confidential.

Even if you don't plan to use this service, please consider filling out an application.

Help Central get its fair share of your tax dollars back!

If there is any chance that your family would qualify, please fill out a Free and Reduced meals application at enrollment.

Breakfast
Grades K-6:   $.95 ($19.00/20 meals)
Adults:    $1.65 ($33.00/20 meals)

Lunch
Grades K-6:    $1.50 ($30.00/20 meals)
Adults:    $2.75 ($55.00/20 meals)

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SUCCESS FOR ALL

What does this mean?  Success for All is the research-based Reading program that Central Elementary School uses from Preschool through Sixth Grade.

We are excited to be able to be a part of this and are very please we will be using this Reading program school-wide.  If you have any questions about the program, please contact our SFA Facilitator, Gaye Mackey.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM SKT

Southern Kansas Telephone Company is pleased to announce that a new local telephone number has been established for SKT customers who have previously had to pay long distance charges to call U.S. D. 462 Central.

U.S.D. 462 Central can be dialed from the SKT communities listed below by using the following local numbers:
 

Elk Falls       329-4021

Grenola        358-4021

Latham        965-4021

Longton       642-4021

Rosalia        476-4021

Questions about this new service may be directed to the SKT Customer Service Office at 1-888-758-8976.

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OUTDOOR RECESS 

Don't forget - we go outside for recess when we can. Please keep up with the weather and see that your child dresses in appropriate clothing.  (Students should remain in what they wear and not plan on changing clothes.)  Thank you.

The school will not assume responsibility for jewelry, play or personal equipment, or valuables brought to school by students.  Students are encouraged not to bring items from home unless requested to do so by a teacher and do so at their own risk.  Thank you for your support and cooperation.

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DRESS AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

Please remember - good health should be practiced at all times.  Proper grooming of the hair, teeth, and body should be
stressed.  A child's clothing should be neat, clean and in good taste. Parents are responsible for the appearance of their child.  It is the responsibility of the principal and teachers only when the personal grooming habit and/or the mode of dress are disruptive to the function of the school.

The board advocates a dress code for all students.

Good grooming and appropriate dress is essential to a good educational atmosphere; therefore, attire that detracts from that atmosphere will be considered inappropriate.  Inappropriate clothing will be defined as follows:
 

          1.    Any clothing which displays/advertises alcoholic beverages of tobacco products.
          2.    Any clothing which displays unacceptable language/messages.
          3.    Torn, tattered, or mutilated clothing.
          4.    Abbreviated clothing such as short-shorts that don't fall below mid-thigh, midriff shirts that don't fall below the belt line, etc.
          5.    Hats and sunglasses will not be worn in the during during school hours.

The principal will determine the appropriateness of any questionable attire that is not addressed above.

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VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

A volunteer program is again being organized to aid teachers and children. Anyone wishing to volunteer a day, on/half day, or a few hours each week, should return the form on this week's menu or call the school office, stating which day(s) they would like to work, along with the hours. Also, please circle any of the items listed that you would be willing to do.

Opportunities are:

                    Weekly

1. Centers in the classrooms

2. Reading to children or listening to one read

3. Homework helper

4. Grading papers

5. Breakfast/Lunch &/or Playground Aide (Help monitor & assist students)

6. Make copies

7. Tutoring for math & reading

8. Bulletin boards

9. Willing to help in any way during the listed date & time
 

        Occasionally

1. Music Program

2. "Kid sitting" at P/T Conferences, etc.

3. Special projects (craft, art . . )

4. Making games

5. Special presentations (Share your business or hobby)

6. Reward & Honor Roll button maker

7. Helper/Counter for PE Skills Assessment
 

Each volunteer will need to go through an orientation.    We want and need you!    Thank you! 

BUSES

Parents - please remember no live insects, animals, glass containers, balloons, etc. are allowed on buses. Please refer to your "Parent/Student Handbook" for more information. Thank you!!

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READ WITH YOUR CHILD!

First, don't read too fast.
Second, following the reading, discuss the story.
Third, have older children read to their younger brother or sister. (Keep in main that reading easier material helps make the older student a better reader, too.)
Fourth, encourage the use of educational games such as Sentence Scrabble or Scrabble to help build vocabulary and sentence structure . .
Read - How to select a book . . .

When choosing a book for your child, turn to any page and have your child try reading it.
Then put up a finger for each word he or she doesn't know. If you only put up one or two fingers, the book is too easy. If you quickly use five fingers, the book is too hard.  The book is just right if you use three or four fingers per page.

(Master Teacher Tips - Vol. 32 #30)

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PARKING DURING SCHOOL HOURS

As you know, parking is limited at Central Elementary. In order to safely park as many vehicles as possible, please follow these guidelines
 

DURING SCHOOL HOURS

• Use visitor parking in front of school.
• Use asphalt parking area - north of gym.
• Parallel park in area east of bus loading in front of building.
• Park on "edge" of street - walk in on drive.
• Park in neighborhood south of school and/or Jr./Sr. High and walk in.

Please do not use the "Bus area" in front of the building during school hours - NEVER USE it from 7:50 -8:10 a.m. and 2:55-3:20 p.m. Also, please DO NOT PARK OR DRIVE IN the "Drive/Fire Lane" behind the building. (Area by West Doors) Your support and cooperation will help keep our students safe and will be appreciated.  THANKS!  

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AFTER SCHOOL HOURS PARKING

1.    Use visitor parking in front of school.

2.    Use asphalt - parking area - north of gym.

3.    Parallel park in area east of bus loading in front of building.

4.    Angle park in front of school (Area normally used for buses.)

5.    Park on "edge" of street & walk in on drive.

6.    Park in neighborhood south of school and/or Jr./Sr. High and walk in.

BUS MANAGER MESSAGES

Messages for bus drivers are very important - Please be sure to speak slowly & clearly when leaving messages on the answering machine for the bus manager. (438-2220) Thanks!

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LISTENING SKILLS ARE LEARNED FROM PARENTS

Look at any report card and you won't see a course marked "Listening". Yet, studies show that children spend between 50 and 75 percent of class time listening.  Parents can teach listening skills by setting a good example.

Here's how:

Encourage your child to open up.  Set aside time each day to talk - after school with a snack, for example.

Don't fake it. Kids can tell if you're paying attention by the way you reply (or don't reply).  Turn off the TV and other distractions.

Use you eyes as well your ears. Look at your child while you listen.

Be patient. Kids have smaller vocabularies and less experience talking, so they take longer to find the right words.

Notice nonverbal messages. Body language and tone of voice can say more than anything else can.

(Source: Carl Smith, "How Can Parents Model Good Listening Skills?") 

BUS STOP

Reminder:  Unless prior arrangements have been made, please remember to ride only your designated bus as most buses are full with their usual designated "riders". Thanks!

Question, suggestions, please contact the transportation manager at 620-438-2220.

HELP! CHILDREN'S SAFETY! HELP!

When you bring and/or pick up children PLEASE follow these guidelines:
 

• 1.    Morning Drop-off - - use south circle drive - remain in your car.  (This is a loading/unloading area only!)
• 2.    After School Pick-up - - send note with your child - south circle drive - remain in your car. We will dismiss students with notes who are being picked up at the south entrance.
• 3.    After School Pick-up and/or Morning Drop-off - - If you plan to stay and or have business - use the visitor parking in front of the building.  (If this area is full, please use the area NORTH of the gym.)
• 4.    PLEASE do not drive to the west side of the building. This is not a drop/pick-up area and should not be utilized.
• 5.    PLEASE DO NOT LET YOUR CHILD WALK BETWEEN BUSES.

As always, thank you for your support and cooperation. 

Health Wave is a program for children, in families with limited incomes, that provides medical insurance at little or no cost.

Health Wave covers children from birth to age 19.

Health Wave provides low cost or free insurance (it is possible you may have to pay a $10-$15 monthly premium, depending on your income).

To qualify, the child must:

• Live in Kansas, even if for a short time
• Be under the age of 19
• Live in a family with a monthly income under:
• $1,809 for a family of 2
• $2,275 for a family of 3
• $2,742 for a family of 4
• $3,209 for a family of 5
• $3,675 for a family of 6
• Have no other health insurance
• Live in a family, which does not qualify for state employee insurance

Children will get health services through a health plan, or HMO. The health plan will call or write to families to tell them where they will receive services. There are no copays or deductibles. Children on Medicaid already get these health care services, and are not eligible for Health Wave.

The Health Wave health plan will cover : regular checkups, shots, office visits, dental care, pharmacy, hospital care, prenatal care and delivery, vision and hearing , mental health and substance abuse services, and other services are covered, too. A complete list is provided in the health plan.
If you think your child might qualify, or you have any questions, you can call Health Wave at 1-800-792-4884. (For people with hearing impairments - call 1-800-792-4292.) The hours to call are: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.