Medication at School
When it is determined that a student should receive medication at school, the following steps should be followed. The school nurse will be responsible for administration of all medication at Prairie Hill School. Medication forms are available from the school nurse.
The PHS Medication Advisory Committee has suggested that parents either deliver the medication to school themselves, or call to inform the school nurse that the medication is being delivered by the student.
Prescription Medication
A written order from a physician or dentist is required for all medication. However, a current and correct prescription label on the medication container may be substituted for the written order.
Medication must be brought to school in the original pharmacy container.
A parent or guardian will provide to the school a written request authorizing the administration of the prescribed medication at school.
Non-Prescription Medication
To enhance student learning, increase student attendance, and reduce individual student's early dismissals, the use of non-prescription analgesics for symptom relief will be allowed without a physician's order. Only the school nurse will administer these medications.
Approved "as needed" medications are intended for occasional use only. If the student requires a non-prescription medication on a regular basis, a physician's order must be obtained.
To have occasional "as needed" medications provided to a student at school, complete a "Consent for Administration of Approved 'As Needed' Medication" form. Supply the medication in the orignial packaging with the student's name attached.
Written notification of non-prescription medication administration will be provided to the parent for each dose given. A parent may request telephone notification prior to each adminstration.