News from the Ryan Center, our School-Based Health Program
Ryan Center Consent Form (fillable)
Ryan Center Forma (en espanol)
- Asthma: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/docs/default-source/default-document-library/asthma-medication-administration-form-2021-22
- Allergies/Anaphylaxis: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/docs/default-source/default-document-library/allergies-anaphylaxis-medication-administration-form-2021-22
- Other Conditions: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/docs/default-source/default-document-library/general-medication-administration-form-2021-22
Please also remember to submit your most recent copy of your child's physical exam and vaccine record to us annually with the updated consent forms.
How to avoid the Flu!
Here is some helpful information from the CDC as to what to do to avoid getting the flu this season... and what to do if you and your family do get it.
We wanted to address two common issues that continue to arise for us at the Ryan Center:
Fever & vomiting:
We want parents to know that if their child has either of these, they need to be kept out of school until they have had neither fever or vomiting for 24 hours. This attempts to ensure that their child will be healthy prior to returning & prevents them from spreading their illness to the rest of the children.
Head lice:
Children need to be cleared with a note from the Ryan Center, their primary care provider, or an organization such as the Hair Fairies prior to returning to school. Please contact the Ryan Center if you need help with treatment of this pesky problem!
As always, please feel free to contact us or stop by if you have any health-related questions or concerns about your child.
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The PS11 Ryan Center is our school-based health program, located on the 3rd floor in Room 320. The staff of the Ryan Center can be reached at 212-229-1060, and the center is open when school is in session, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am-3:30 pm.
The Ryan Center will take care of all students who need first aid medical assistance, including care for minor injuries. In the event that your child is injured during the school day, the Ryan Center will notify the school of any care provided to your child for minor issues, or will contact you directly for more serious concerns.
In addition, the Ryan Center is available to provide basic screening, treatment and care, as well as guidance and education to students who are registered. The goal is to provide maintenance and improvement of students’ health. These services are not meant to replace your child’s current pediatrician or health care provider, but simply to provide an added, convenient resource available to you in the school building. Examples of services the center can provide include precamp physicals, diagnosis and treatment of common infections such as “strep throat” or “pinkeye,” administration of medications for asthma, allergies, or the common cold, and vaccinations.
For general information, please call 212-749-1820. For services not provided in the school clinic, such as Dentistry and Medical specialties, PS11 students will be welcomed at:
The Ryan Chelsea/Clinton Community Health Center
645 Tenth Avenue (between West 45 & 46 Sts.) 212-749-1820
The Ryan-NENA Community Health Center
279 East Third Street 212-477-8868