Medications must be delivered by the parent/guardian to the office in the original prescription or manufacturer bottle. Sending medication to school with the student is not permitted. The school nurse is responsible for reviewing all medication requests for appropriateness, including those for overnight student school travel.

Prescription Medications

School nurses and trained staff can administer medications that are required during the school day. Prescription medications must be delivered by the parent/guardian to the office staff in the original prescription bottle. Sending prescription medication to school with the student is not permitted.

• Long Term Prescriptions. Medications that will be taken for more than 15 days for chronic health conditions (e.g., ADD/ADHD). MEDICAL PRESCRIBER AND PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE REQUIRED.

• Short Term Prescriptions. Medications that will be taken for less than 15 days for acute health conditions (e.g., antibiotics for infections). PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE REQUIRED.

Over-the-Counter Medications

School nurses and trained staff can administer FDA approved over-the-counter medications (Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, etc) with written parent/guardian consent.

Self-Carrying Medications

Students are not permitted to self-administer any medication, including common OTCs, while at school and school-sponsored activities, unless authorized to do so by their physician and with approval of the school nurse. Some students are allowed to self-carry and administer emergency medications (inhaler, insulin, epinephrine auto injector) but this must be clearly authorized by the legal prescriber, parent/guardian and nurse on the student’s Care Plan. Contact the health office regarding self-carry authorization. 228-0401

Out of District Travel

Trained staff accompanying students during out-of-district travel can provide prescribed and OTC medication to your student.

Care Plans

Students with medical diagnosis needing medication or support while at school require a care plan.

Please see school Health Aide for forms