Elementary School and Learning Center

Medication Information - 2024-2025

Freeland Families,

For purposes of this policy (5330), "medication" shall include all medicines including those prescribed by a physician and any non-prescribed (over-the-counter) drugs, preparations, and/or remedies. 

Important information about medication administered at FCSD:

• Before any medication or treatment may be administered to any student during school hours, a written prescription from the child's physician accompanied by the written authorization of the parent is required. Both must also authorize any self-medication by the student. This document will be kept on file in the main office at the child’s school.  All medication requires a physician signature, this includes but is not limited to ibuprofen, Tylenol, cough drops, etc.

• Only medication in its original container; labeled with the date, if a prescription; the student's name; and exact dosage will be administered. Parents, or students authorized in writing by their physician and parents, may administer medication or treatment.  FCSD will not alter from any prescription or prescribed dosage amount.

• Parents are responsible for transporting all medications to and from school (includes any product that contains medication- cough drops, Tylenol, Ibuprofen, etc.)  Children are not permitted to bring medication with them.   

Authorization for Medication At School- Please note that a physician’s written authorization is required for all  medications.