Medication Policy

A student is not permitted to have prescription or non-prescription medication in his/her possession. The only exception, with necessary paperwork on file, is asthma medication (inhaler) and epi pen. Upon entering the building, all medication, both prescription and non-prescription, shall be given to the health office personnel. All medication MUST include written instructions from a licensed medical doctor explaining the administration of the medication. This form is available at school or on the district’s website. NO medication will be given to any student without this completed form. No exceptions will be made. The nurse, health aide, principal or designee must dispense all medication. The only exception is when the student is off school premises at an approved field trip. At that time the student’s teacher may dispense the medication. The person dispensing the medication shall follow the specific written instructions of the licensed medical doctor.