NURSE’S NOTES by Darlene Sierzega, R.N.

Does your child need to take medication in School? School District 118 Policy: The following is for the safety and accuracy of administration-

Children requiring medication in school whether it is prescription or over-the-counter require:

·          Medication form to be filled out by parent (available in school office) and signed by physician.

·          Parent must bring in medication-do not send with child.

·          Students may not carry any medicine except inhalers or epipens (these still must have authorization form on file in health office).

·          All medicine must be provided in a pharmacy or brand labeled container (no baggies with tablets or capsules will be accepted).

·          Parents must pick up any unused medication. 

Cough drops-If you send your child to school needing cough drops: parents should send written permission for their child to use cough drops at school due to the potential choking hazard. If you do send a note to the teacher, please instruct your child to give the cough drops to the teacher to monitor use.