Whenever possible, parents should arrange student medication schedules to eliminate the need for administration of medication at school. When a student requires prescription or over-the-counter medication at school, the following procedures apply:
The student’s parent must annually submit a written request and consent form as required by the District.
A building principal or designee must request that the parent supply medications in the exact dosage required whenever feasible.
The building principal or designee will notify the student’s parent of any observed adverse reaction to medication.
All medications must be in the original container.
For additional information and requirements, see Policy 5703.
Asthma Inhalers and Epinephrine Auto-Injectors/Inhalers
A student may possess and use an asthma inhaler or epinephrine auto-injector or inhaler with written approval from the student’s healthcare provider and consistent with Policy 5703. A minor student must also have written permission from the student’s parent. The required documentation must be submitted to the building principal or designee. If a student is authorized to self-possess or self-administer an asthma inhaler or epinephrine auto-injector or inhaler, the building principal or designee will notify the student’s teachers and other staff as appropriate.
Additionally, the school must maintain a written emergency care plan drafted by a physician in collaboration with the student’s parent. The emergency care plan will contain specific instructions related to the student’s needs. The physician and parent should update the emergency care plan as necessary to address any changes in the student’s medical circumstances.