We prefer parents to administer medication in the home. However, students who must take prescription or over-the-counter medications during school hours must comply with the following regulations:

A physician must complete and sign a “Request for Medication Administration” form, which parents or students may pick up in the school office. School personnel may only comply with the physician’s written order, and we cannot administer any medication until the parent files this form with the school office.

Medication must remain in the original container or in a container properly labeled by the pharmacy or physician. The label must include the child’s name, the medication name, the dosage, and the time the student needs to take the medication.

Medication must remain with the district nurse or school secretary for proper storage during the day. If students need an inhaler or EpiPen, they must file a doctor’s written note with the office. We do not allow any medications in school unless prescribed by a doctor.

Parents must provide a physician’s name, address, and telephone number in case we need additional information or questions arise.

The district nurse must also approve the Request for Medication Administration form.

The parent and/or physician should inform school personnel of potential benefits and side effects of the prescribed medication.

In all cases, the school retains the discretion to reject a request for medication administration, depending on individual circumstances.

Wilmington School District

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