Can my student carry their own over the counter (non-prescription) medication in their backpack to take during the school day?
This campus does not keep in stock over the counter medications. Students may carry their own over the counter cough drops, contact solution and lip balm only. All other over the counter medications must be submitted to the nurse. Please see the district Medication at School Policy under the Forms section.
What if my student needs to take over the counter or prescription medication while at school?
All medication must be submitted to the school nurse in its original container along with a completed and signed Medication at School Form. For all long term daily (more than 10 days consecutively ) medications, the prescribing physician must complete and sign the Medication at School Form.
This campus does not keep in stock over the counter medications. Students may carry their own over the counter cough drops, contact solution and lip balm only to carry on them in their backpacks. All other over the counter medications must be submitted to the nurse.
Can my student carry their own prescription medication in their backpack to take during the school day?
No. Students will only be allowed to self-administer inhaled asthma medication, an Epi-pen, or Diabetes treatments if they have written permission from the physician. Please see the district Medication at School Policy under the Forms section.
My student had fever/vomiting/diarrhea yesterday, can they return to school?
No, students must be fever/vomit/diarrhea-free for 24 hours WITHOUT the administration of medications. Fever is considered 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit or higher taken orally. See the General Illness Quick Reference page for more details.
What should my student do if he/she starts to feel sick while at school?
Students must go to the nurse's office for assistance if they become ill during school hours. If they call or text you during school hours to come pick them up it will be an unexcused absence without a note from a doctor's appointment. See the General Illness Quick Reference page for more details.
What immunizations are required for my student to attend school?
Liberty Hill Independent Schools must adhere to vaccination guidelines put forth by the state. The list of required vaccines can be found on the Texas Department of State Health Services website.
Can my student be exempt from one or more immunizations?
Yes, Texas law allows (a) physicians to write medical exemption statements which clearly state a medical reason exists and the person cannot receive specific vaccines, and (b) parents/guardians to choose an exemption from immunization requirements for reasons of conscience, including a religious belief. Please see the Texas Department of State Health Services for more information.
For currently enrolled students, immunization records already on file with the school district can be printed from Skyward.
For LHHS alumni, an Immunization record was included in your diploma envelope picked up after graduation. In case of loss, please complete the Immunization Request Form and send it to the registration office at malvizo@libertyhill.txed.net. This medical record must be picked up in person, showing the ID of parent/guardian or adult student.
What if my student has or develops a chronic condition (ie asthma, allergy, heart condition, seizures)?