Medication at school requirements
All medication will be dispensed according to the Rio Rancho Public Schools medication policy and procedure:
1) Prescription medications will be dispensed in the health office when accompanied by a completed Medication Authorization form, and the medication is in its original pharmacy labeled container.
2) In the case of over-the-counter medication, the parent will provide the medication in an original sealed container and complete an “Over the Counter” Medication Authorization form.
3) All medication will be brought to school by parent or guardian.
Medication permission forms must be completed by your child's Health Care Provider and parent for each medication to be given at school and submitted to the school Health Office.
Health Plan
If your student:
Needs an asthma inhaler or nebulizer at school
Has a food or environmental allergy and needs an EpiPen at school
Will need medication given to them during the school day
Has a chronic health condition
Has any other health concerns
Your child may need a Health Plan with the School Nurse
If you have questions about your child's health needs, please speak with your School Nurse. Contact Us
Prescription medications can be given to your child in the Health Office if:
Your child's healthcare provider fills out the Prescription Medication Authorization Form (located below)
Prescription medication is given to the School Nurse in its original package from the pharmacy
It must have your child's pharmacy label on it
Over the counter (OTC) medications can be given in the Health Office if:
The Over-the-Counter Form (located below) is filled out by the parent/guardian and
The medication is brought to the Health Office in a brand-new and sealed package
Students are not permitted to carry any medications on their person unless the required paperwork has been given to the School Nurse (RRPS policy #1029).
