Medication Policy

Medication Authorization is necessary if your child needs to receive medication (including those medicines that do not need a prescription) during school hours. A Medication Authorization form needs to be completed by the parent/guardian and doctor. Medications given in school must be in a pharmacy prepared container and labeled with the child's name, medication name, strength, dose and frequency. The doctor's name and date of original prescription must also be on the label.

A maximum 45 day supply may be brought to the school by the parent/guardian. The student may not bring medication to school. If approved by the nurse, an inhalermay be carried by the student once the Medication Authorization form is completed by the parent/guardian and the doctor. Medication Authorization forms are available in the school health room.

The Bristol-Burlington Health District and St. Matthew School WILL NOT allow hard candies and/or cough drops for students, because these can be potential choking hazards.