The California Education Code states that any student who is required to take medication or receive a health-related procedure prescribed by a physician during the regular school day may be assisted by the school nurse or other designated school personnel if the district receives:
Parents/guardians requesting medication administration or procedures at school must understand school staff may contact the prescribing health professional if clarification is needed about dosage, scheduling, side effects, or indications.
Contact the school nurse if you have questions. Forms are available below and at your child’s school.
The parent/guardian of a student on a continuing medication regimen at home is required to inform the school nurse or designated certificated school employee of:
This information is collected annually on the Health Information Exchange form at the start of the school year. Updates are required when new medications begin.
Contact your child's school nurse for guidance or help completing the required forms.