Asthma Medication: As of August 16, 2001, school children in Illinois may carry and self-administer prescribed asthma medication in order to ensure that they have immediate access to life-saving asthma medications. Medication forms, to be completed by the physician and the parent, are available from the school nurse, the Attendance, and the Assistant Dean’s offices. Written authorization for self-administration of medication is required.

 

Self-Medication: Only those medications which are necessary as determined by a physician are administered during school hours. Students who require medication during the school day must be approved for self-administration. Medication forms, to be completed by the physician and the parent, are available from the school nurse and the attendance office.