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mixedAn AI-written summary of what has been said publicly about health and wellness at Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School, 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.
- Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary has some areas for improvement regarding health and safety.
- Cleanliness seems to fluctuate; common areas are generally maintained, but classrooms can sometimes feel less tidy.
- Communication about general illness trends could be more proactive, though specific exposure notifications are usually timely.
- The sick policy is clear on paper, but enforcement for minor symptoms before a diagnosis feels inconsistent, leading to some children staying in school when they should be home.
Summarized from 4 public mentions, last refreshed Aug 12, 2026. Summaries can be incomplete or out of date. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
Fostering young minds with a supportive, enriching K-5 learning experience
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School, nestled in the heart of Waukegan, Illinois, offers a vibrant and enriching educational experience for students from kindergarten through fifth grade. This school is dedicated to fostering a love for learning by providing a well-rounded curriculum designed to engage young minds and build strong academic foundations. With a focus on creating a supportive community, Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary encourages every child to explore their potential, develop critical thinking skills, and grow into confident learners. At Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary, the dedicated faculty and staff are committed to nurturing each student's unique talents and ensuring they receive personalized attention. The school strives to create an inclusive environment where students feel safe to take risks, ask questions, and collaborate with their peers. Parents are welcomed as partners in their children's education, contributing to a strong home-school connection that supports student success. This commitment to academic excellence and holistic development prepares students for their future educational journeys. Beyond the core subjects, Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary provides opportunities that enrich the learning experience, aiming to spark curiosity and broaden horizons. The school prides itself on cultivating a positive and dynamic atmosphere where foundational skills are taught with creativity and care. It's a place where young learners embark on an exciting path of discovery, supported by a community that believes in their bright futures.
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What parents should know about illness at Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School
This is the community health page for Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School, a school in Waukegan, 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 Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School 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
- AllergiesCommon
Spring pollen, fall ragweed
- Sneezing fits
- Itchy or watery eyes
- Clear runny nose
Good to knowHow illness usually moves through Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School
Illness at Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School 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 schoolWhen can my child go back to Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School?
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
Around hereHow illness travels between nearby schools
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School is one of many schools in Waukegan tracked on Ickly. August activity around Waukegan 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 60085 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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Common questions
What is going around at Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School?
No sickness has been logged at Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School 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 Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School in Waukegan, IL?
Yes. Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School is a school in Waukegan, IL. You can also see what is going around at nearby schools and daycares in the same neighborhood on Ickly.
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