HIV Positive Student

 SS 5.0

Principals make decisions regarding the services to an HIV-positive student that are based upon the behavior, neurological development of the child, and the expected interaction with others.

Purpose:

• To ensure non-discriminatory treatment of students with HIV or AIDS

• To ensure the safety of students and school personnel

Commentary/Procedural Points:

• In consultation with a team consisting of the child’s physician, parent/guardian, public health personnel and affected school personnel, the principal will determine if an HIV-positive student places other students at risk.

• The student’s HIV status is kept confidential in the same way as other educational record information.

• Disclosure may be made to other school personnel who have been determined to have a legitimate educational interest in the child.

• Disclosure may be made if there is an emergency regarding the health or safety of the HIV student or other individuals.

References:

• Legal Briefs: “Legal Corner:  Responding to Individuals with Disabilities”

January 12, 2005