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4070 - Field Trip Medications

 
 
4070 Field Trip Medications 4070
 
 
The following procedure is to be followed for medication which needs to be taken by a student while on a field trip.

1. Such Medications shall be provided by the parents/guardians in a pharmacy-labeled container. Medication may be transferred by the parent/guardian and/or school nurse/designee from this container to a separate pharmacy labeled container for the purpose of school trips or school sponsored activities.

2. The quantity of medication shall be a one-day supply, whenever possible, or as small a quantity as necessary.

3. The School’s Field Trip Medical Release Form must be completed by the parents/guardians in order for a student to receive medication while on a field trip.
 

Adopted: 07/2001
Revised: 09/2008