Nurse's Notes From the desk of . . . Although these insects cannot hop, jump, or fly, they are transmitted in school via head to head contact or the sharing of hats, combs, brushes, barrettes, etc. of an infested child. Please help us prevent head lice at Centre Elementary School by examining your child's head on a regular basis. They are often difficult to see.
Lice survive by biting the scalp causing red marks on the back of the neck or scalp.
A lice infestation should not be a source of embarrassment to either parent or child since lice can infest anyone. The important thing is to treat your child promptly and correctly. Shampoo your child's head following label directions on the package. Keep shampoo out of the child's eyes. Metal combs work better purchased at pharmacies.