Medication Requirements at School and Field Trips

● All student medications whether prescription or over-the-counter, must have a new “Physician’s Authorization for Student Medication” (insert link of sample form) form for each school year which the parent also signs. Your child’s doctor will have these forms in their office. 

● Students may not carry any medication on their person or their belongings without a Physician’s Authorization form on file with the clinic that designates carry-on status. Carry-on status is limited to EpiPens, inhaler and diabetic medications/supplies. 

● All medications must be stored in their original container/box. This applies to all EpiPens. 

● Prescription medication must have the pharmacy label attached. 

● All medications must be transported to school by an adult 

● Nurses are prohibited from administering expired medications

● All field trip medications must be submitted to the nurse at least 2 days prior to the field trip.