All prescribed medications that need to be taken during the school day or during school-sponsored activities must be brought to the health office and administered under the supervision of the school nurse, in accordance with NH Ed. 311.02.
Tip: Many pharmacies will provide separate labeled bottles for home and school use upon request. A Medication Administration Form must be completed and submitted to the health office.
Students with severe or potentially life-threatening conditions (such as asthma or allergies) may be permitted to carry emergency medications, including inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, in accordance with NH Ed. 200:42–47.
To be approved for self-carry, the following must be provided annually:
Families should also submit an Emergency Action Plan from their healthcare provider for conditions such as:
It is not recommended that students take narcotic pain medication during the school day. If a student is experiencing pain severe enough to require narcotic medication, it is best for them to remain at home for appropriate care and monitoring.