Darien High School Health Center

 

NOW ACCEPTING HEALTH ASSESSMENT RECORDS (DATED AFTER JUNE 30TH 2025)

REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS ENTERING 10TH GRADE IN THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

February is American Heart Month. Click here to learn how to TAKE ACTION FOR YOUR HEART

STAYING HEALTHY TO START THE YEAR !!

Welcome to the Nurse’s Office at Darien High School. Our mission, throughout the district, is to support the health and well-being of all students, enabling them to succeed in the classroom and beyond. We provide a wide range of health services and education to promote a safe and healthy school environment.

Meet the DHS School Nurses:

Darien High School Nurse Office

• Colleen Plank, RN x2371 cplank@darienps.org
• Christina Fay, RN x2477 cfay@darienps.org
• Kim Healey RN x2311 khealey@darienps.org

• Provides illness and injury care, including first aid, management of chronic conditions, and response to emergencies

• Ensures the safe administration of prescribed and over-the-counter medications

• Supports community health initiatives, including compliance of state mandated health and immunization records

• Ensures DHS interscholastic athletes are compliant with health requirements based on CIAC guidelines

• Active members of the 504 and PPT teams for students with health concerns

Links to Important Information:

• Update on Respiratory Illnesses (Community Acquired Pneumonia, Flu, RSV and COVID-19)

• Health Forms

• Medication Administration and Authorization

• DPS Health Services Website

• Sick Day Guidance

• Management of Students with Life-Threatening Food Allergy and Safeguards in DHS Cafeteria

• DPS Lice Policy and Helpful Tips for Screening and Treating Lice

• Health Requirements and FAQ for Incoming Students

• DHS Athletic Registration Information