Health is not merely the absence of disease:

• Talk with your child
• Get involved
• Set Rules
• Be a good role model
• Teach kids to choose friends wisely
• Monitor your child’s activities 

Immunizations:

Some people call them immunizations. Others call them vaccinations or shots. Whatever you call them, immunizations are one of the best weapons we have against a number of serious diseases. The following resources are available: 

• Minnesota Department of Health – Are Your Kids Ready For School 
• Minnesota Department of Health – Are Your Kids Ready For School (Hmong) 
• Minnesota Department of Health – Are Your Kids Ready For School (Russian) 
• Minnesota Department of Health – Are Your Kids Ready For School (Somali) 
• Minnesota Department of Health – Are Your Kids Ready For School (Spanish) 
• Minnesota Department of Health – Are Your Kids Ready For School (Vietnamese)
• Minnesota Department of Health – Pupil Immunization Record (English)
• Minnesota Department of Health – Pupil Immunization Record (Spanish) 
• Minnesota Department of Health – Chickenpox Vaccine Required
• Minnesota School Immunization Law – Immunization Requirements 
• Minnesota School Immunization Law – Other Vaccines 
• Ramsey County - Avian Influenza

Healthy Life Styles: 

At a very young age, children develop the habits and behaviors that will influence their life-long health. Use the links below to help you guide your kids in making choices that will lead to healthier lives.

• Center for Disease Control and Prevention – Stopping Germs at Home, Work & School
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention – Sun Safety
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention – Conversation Starters 
• American Dietetic Association – Healthy Habits for Healthy Kids (English)
• American Dietetic Association – Healthy Habits for Healthy Kids (Spanish) 
• Public Broadcasting Services - Arthur Presents Hooray for Health Guide

School Health Services Hot Links: 

• Center for Disease Control and Prevention 
• Ramsey County – Youth, Adults & Seniors