DCSD strengthens policy on drug administration at county schools
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Focusing on the safety of all students, the Darlington County School District (DCSD) announced that all medications to be administered at school, including both prescription and over-the-counter medication, will require a DCSD “Permission for School Administration of Medication” form signed by a physician. Additionally, all medication — whether prescription or over-the-counter — must also have a label from a pharmacy attached to the packaging per South Carolina state law. Students are not allowed to carry any medicine at school. Only life-saving medication, such as an EpiPen or an inhaler, may be carried by a student and only with a doctor’s order and permission. The Permission for School Administration of Medication form can be obtained from a school nurse or from the district’s website under DEPARTMENTS – STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES – MEDICATION FORMS AND GUIDELINES. This decision comes after much consultation with surrounding school districts and medical professionals.