When the administration of medication is necessary during school hours, the following rules and procedures shall apply regarding the administration of prescription or over-the-counter medications to students:
- The appropriate medication form must be completed. A separate form is required for each medication. New forms must be submitted each school year and for each change in medication and/or dosage.
- To view or print a copy of the medication forms, please click the following links:
Med Form A.pdf (Parent/guardian permission for over-the counter medication) Med Form B.pdf (Physician order/parent permission for prescribed medication
- The student is responsible for reporting to the nurse clinic on time for medication administration.
- Students are not permitted to carry any medication to, from, or during school (unless approved by physician for emergency medication). The parent/guardian is advised to deliver medication directly to the Nurse. School personnel are not responsible for medication prior to delivery to them.
- All medication must be delivered in the original container properly labeled with directions for administration. The student’s name must be clearly visible on the container/packaging.
- It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to ensure a continuous supply of medication for the student.
- The medication will be administered in accordance with the licensed prescriber’s instructions. STUDENTS MAY NOT CARRY OR ADMINISTER THEIR OWN MEDICATION WITH THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTION: As allowed by State and Federal law, a physician may order that a student carry certain self-administered medications that may prevent a situation of potential risk to the life or long term disability.
- The District and its employees assume no responsibility regarding any abuse or misuse of medication carried by a student.
- Back of doses of any medication self-carried by a student (epinephrine, rescue inhaler), should be provided by the parent to be kept in the clinic.
Please contact the Nurse Clinic at 937-549-4777 Option 8 if you have any questions.