Medications

Whenever possible, please administer medications at home. If your child needs to receive medication during school hours, an authorization form, signed by a parent/guardian, must be provided to the campus nurse along with the medication. In accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, our school nurses (RN or LVN) may only administer prescription medications with a Medical Authorization Form signed by both the parent/guardian and a medical provider. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications (such as Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Pepto Bismol, etc.) may be administered if provided by the parent/guardian in the original container and accompanied by the Medical Authorization Form signed by the parent/guardian.

All medication will be kept in the school clinic, except for those with a self-carry authorization on file. Medications must be brought to the clinic by an adult in their original container. Certain emergency rescue medications may be carried by secondary students with proper documentation and authorization by the parent/guardian, medical provider, and campus nurse.

Boerne ISD maintains standing physician orders to treat minor illnesses and injuries at school. It is our priority to promote the health and safety of all students and staff on campus. Supportive measures are also utilized by our nurses to keep students comfortable and at ease during the school day. If you have questions regarding specific medications or supplies used in the school clinic, please contact your campus nurse. 

The district maintains emergency medications and equipment on each campus to keep all students, staff, and visitors safe.