Family Handbook 2017-18

Illness and  the Administra on of Medica on  (JK–Grade 6)   Parents  frequently  request  that office personnel administer prescrip on and non‐prescrip on  medicines  to  their  children during  the  school day. We are happy  to accommodate  this  request,  but we ask  that  specific  instruc ons  regarding  me and dosage be given  to us  in wri ng  for all  medica ons, whether prescribed or over‐the‐counter. This policy  is  in  the best  interest of  the  children. All medica ons,  including Tylenol,  throat  lozenges, etc., must be  kept  in  the office and  not  in  the  children’s bags or desks. Pediculosis  (Head  Lice) Protocol   Pediculosis  (head  lice) are not a health hazard or disease, but a  social nuisance. The presence of  head  lice  is unrelated  to  cleanliness. They are most  common  in  children between  three and 12  years of age. Contrary  to popular belief,  school  is a  rare  source of  transmission of  lice as proven  in  mul ple  studies over  the past 10  years. Transmission  is much more  common  from  family  members,  sleepover guests and playmates who  spend  large amounts of  me with  your  children.   The  treatment of head  lice  is ul mately  the parent/guardian’s  responsibility; however,  communica on and educa on about head  lice with  students and parents/guardians  is essen al  for  fostering a  rela onship of  trust and  respect  in dealing with  the  issue. Together,  through open  and honest dialogue,  the  school and parents  can work  together  to  reduce  the  transmission of  lice  between  individuals while maintaining  the dignity of  those affected by  this nuisance.  Parent/Guardian Responsibili es  Parents/guardians must  learn how  to  recognize head  lice and  rou nely  check  their  children. When  a  child has head  lice,  the parent/guardian must no fy  the  school.  School Responsibili es  The  school will maintain  current  knowledge about  the preven on and  treatment of head  lice and  is  responsible  for  implemen ng  the Pediculosis Protocol. 

Last Updated Aug. 18, 2017  Havergal College Family Handbook 2017–18

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