Frederick County Public Schools is committed to ensuring the safe administration and management of medications for students while they are at school. FCPS Policy 437P, Students - Administration of Medication to Students outlines the procedures for administering both prescription and non-prescription medications to students, including the necessary permissions from parents and medical providers. It also addresses the guidelines for students who need to self-administer medications, such as asthma inhalers or epinephrine, and provides specific instructions for students with conditions like diabetes. Additionally, the policy includes provisions for emergency medications, such as epinephrine and naloxone. The goal of this policy is to support students' health needs while maintaining a safe and effective learning environment.
Please see the following regulations for additional information: