Medical 

Medication:

• Students requiring medication, whether prescription or nonprescription during school hours must have a written order from the family physician specifying the name of the drug, dosage, and time of administration.

• The parent or guardian must provide a written request for the administration of the prescribed medication in school.

• The medication should be brought to school in the original container, appropriately labeled by the pharmacist or physician.

• All medications will be kept in a locked space.

• Medication is to be administered in school only by the school nurse or parent/guardian.

• The school nurse will document and keep records of all medication given.

Use of Crutches:

The policy for the use of crutches in school by pupils is as follows:

1. A written statement from the family physician is submitted approving the use of crutches.

2. A written statement from the parent/guardian is submitted requesting that his/her child be permitted to use crutches in school.

3. School authorities will make special provisions to enable pupils to travel from class to class.

4. Other students may be appointed to assist a student on crutches in opening classroom doors, carrying books and supplies, etc.

5. Students on crutches should not be permitted on the playground during lunch period. They may walk outside to sit in the fresh air and talk to their friends.