Any medication to be given in school, including over the counter medication such as Tylenol, Advil, cough medication etc. must be accompanied by a health care provider’s order as well as a parent’s note.
The medication must be in the original container, properly labeled with the student’s name, the health care provider’s name, the date of the original prescription, name and strength of the medication and directions for taking the medication.
The medication is to be delivered to the school nurse or Principal by a parent or responsible adult over the age of 18.
GETTING A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER’S NOTE:
ALL MEDICATION ORDERS NEED TO BE RENEWED AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH SCHOOL YEAR!
Click here to access the Hooksett School District's Medication Administration Form.