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A J Katzenmaier Academy

School in North Chicago, IL 60064

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An AI-written summary of what has been said publicly about health and wellness at A J Katzenmaier Academy, gathered from public web pages, parent forums and directory listings. These are not parent reviews and they are not counted in this school's rating.

  • Katzenmaier Academy, my experience with health and safety has been mixed.
  • Cleanliness generally seems adequate in common areas, but I occasionally hear differing reports about classroom tidiness.
  • Illness communication from the school is usually prompt, especially regarding outbreaks, which is appreciated.
  • However, sick-policy enforcement feels inconsistent; I've seen obviously ill children at school, suggesting a need for stricter adherence.

Summarized from 7 public mentions, last refreshed Aug 20, 2026. Summaries can be incomplete or out of date. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

Nurturing young minds for a bright future of learning and growth

Welcome to A. J. Katzenmaier Academy, a vibrant learning community nestled in North Chicago, IL, dedicated to nurturing the academic and personal growth of students in grades 4 and 5. At Katzenmaier Academy, we believe in fostering a supportive and engaging environment where young learners can thrive. Our dedicated educators are committed to providing a robust curriculum that challenges students while building a strong foundation in core subjects, preparing them for future academic successes. Beyond academics, A. J. Katzenmaier Academy emphasizes the development of character, critical thinking, and collaborative skills. We offer a rich array of learning experiences designed to ignite curiosity and encourage active participation, ensuring every student feels valued and empowered. Our school is a place where young minds explore, discover, and develop a lifelong love for learning, all within a safe and caring atmosphere. We invite families to join our close-knit community, where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential and contribute positively to their school and community.

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What parents should know about illness at A J Katzenmaier Academy

This is the community health page for A J Katzenmaier Academy, a school in North Chicago, IL. Parents here log the illnesses their kids actually come home with, so other families can see what is going around before the school sends a notice. Nothing on this page is medical advice or an official school report: it is what parents in this community have shared, plus public food safety and environmental records where they exist.

No parent has logged an illness at A J Katzenmaier Academy in the last 14 days. Quiet stretches are normal, especially outside the winter respiratory season, and they can also mean no one at this school has started logging yet. Being the first family to log helps every parent who checks this page next week.

On the watchlist this month

  • Peak season

    Summer and early fall

    • Mild fever and fussiness
    • Painful mouth sores
    • Red spots or blisters on hands and feet
  • Very common

    Back-to-school season

    • Persistent scalp itching
    • Tickling feeling in hair
    • Tiny white eggs (nits) near the scalp
  • Common

    Back-to-school spike

    • Red or pink eye whites
    • Itchy or gritty feeling
    • Watery or yellow discharge
  • Allergies
    Common

    Spring pollen, fall ragweed

    • Sneezing fits
    • Itchy or watery eyes
    • Clear runny nose
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How illness usually moves through A J Katzenmaier Academy

Illness at A J Katzenmaier Academy tends to show up first in one group of kids who share the most contact time, then widen out over the following week or two. Parent logs on this page are the earliest visible signal, usually days ahead of any official notice.

  • Respiratory bugs peak in the cold months and spread school-wide
  • Stomach bugs move quickly through shared bathrooms and lunch spaces
  • Skin and eye infections track close contact and shared items
  • Most kids are contagious before symptoms are obvious
Back to school

When can my child go back to A J Katzenmaier Academy?

Every school sets its own sick policy, so check yours first. These are the rules of thumb most schools and daycares follow:

  • Fever-free for a full 24 hours without fever medicine before returning
  • No vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours, and eating normally again
  • On antibiotics for at least 12 to 24 hours for strep throat or impetigo
  • Eye discharge cleared, or cleared by your pediatrician, for pinkeye
  • Well enough to take part in a normal school day, not just well enough to sit through it
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A J Katzenmaier Academy is one of many schools in North Chicago tracked on Ickly. August activity around North Chicago tends to follow the seasonal pattern above, and illness rarely stops at one campus: siblings, sports, and playdates carry it between nearby schools across ZIP 60064 within a week or two. Checking neighboring schools alongside this one gives you a fuller picture than any single page can.

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No sickness has been logged at A J Katzenmaier Academy in the last 14 days. That usually means things are quiet right now, and you will see new logs here as soon as families share them.

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Is A J Katzenmaier Academy in North Chicago, IL?

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