If your child will miss more than a week or two of school, you should notify the school in writing about your child’s medical situation. If not notified, schools can drop children from the rolls due to non-attendance. Usually, the school will designate a person (e.g., child’s teacher, guidance counselor) to communicate with a designated person at the hospital (e.g., school liaison, child life specialist, social worker). This appointed school liaison will keep information flowing between the hospital and school, and will help pave the way for your child’s successful return to class. Because privacy laws prohibit this exchange of information, parents need to sign a release form authorizing the school and hospital to share information. These forms are available at schools and hospitals.