Health and Wellness

Prescription Medication Authorization Form

Over The Counter (OTC) Medication Authorization Form

Student Health Information 2025-2026 Form

Release of Information 2025-26 Form

Vaccinations

Vaccines Required for School Entry in Michigan

Nonmedical Waiver Rule for Childhood Immunizations 

Key Points Related to Claiming a Nonmedical Immunization Waiver

Teen Vaccines

Information for Schools on Influenza and Vaccines
 

Parent and Family Wellness Information

Lansing School District Wellness Policy

Seizure First Aid

Asthma Action Plan

How to Use Inhaler with Spacer

Epinephrine Myth and Facts

Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency (FARE) Care Plan  

Sick Child Guidelines

Medication Policy

Concussion Parent Fact Sheet

Head Lice Policy

UM Sparrow Head Lice Information

Bed Bug Policy

Getting Rid of Bed Bugs

ICHD Hearing and Vision Program

Medicaid Assistance

What is the Role of the School Nurse?

School nursing, a specialized practice of nursing, protects and promotes student health, facilitates optimal development, and advances academic success. School nurses, grounded in ethical and evidence-based practice, are the leaders who bridge health care and education, provide care coordination, advocate for quality student-centered care, and collaborate to design systems that allow individuals and communities to develop their full potential.  Adopted by the NASN Board of Directors February 2017.

Students with Special Health Needs

Your child may have special needs that you would like us to know about. Health conditions such as allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures or other issues may require your child to have an individualized health plan, emergency plan, or medication at school. Your school nurse will work with you to coordinate your child's care at school and ensure that school staff are properly trained regarding your child's health needs. 

When should I keep my student home from school due to health issues? 

According to Lansing Public School Guidelines, students will be excluded from school if they have the following symptoms of illness OR communicable disease: 

• Fever 100 (F) or higher
• Diarrhea, vomiting, or nausea
• Cough that interferes with school activites
• Shortness of breath or wheezing
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Unexplained rash OR sores on the skin

Please contact your school nurse if you have questions or need assistance locating a health care provider. 

What if my child needs medication during the school day? 

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) are urged to give medication and provide medical treatment at home and on a schedule other than school hours when possible. Medication includes prescription and non­prescription medication, homeopathic remedy, herbal remedy, vitamin and/or mineral supplements that may be taken by any route. If it is necessary that medication and/or treatment be provided during school hours, the following regulations must be followed: 

1. A Medication Authorization form must be signed by the parent/guardian and the health care provider. For strictly over the counter medications to be taken during school hours, the parent/guardian must sign the OTC Medication Authorization Form. Each Medication Authorization form can also be obtained by contacting your child's school.
2. Any changes in medication dose, route, schedule or discontinuation of medication must be communicated to the school and a new Medication Authorization form must be completed, signed, and submitted.
3. Medication must be brought to the school in the original pharmacy container with the original label. The label must include the name of the student, the name of the medication, the name of the prescriber, the dose, time to be given, route and expiration date.
4. Medical treatment supplies shall be provided for school use for each student by Parent/Guardian as needed.
5. Medication must be picked up within three (3) days after the end of the school year or it shall be discarded.
6. Medication Authorization forms must be renewed annually.

What if my child needs a medical procedure during the school day? 

1. A health care providers order must be presented to your child's school for all medical procedures or treatments. The order must include specific procedure or treatment needed, schedule, supplies, and specific instructions for completing the procedure or treatment.
2. The health care provider's orders must be renewed each year.
3. Medical procedure or treatment supplies shall be provided by the Parent/Guardian for school use for each student as needed.
4. A Consent for Exchange of Health Information must be completed each school year. The form can also be obtained by contacting your child's school. 
5. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to give medication and provide medical treatments at home if possible.  If it is necessary that a medical treatment be provided at school hours, it is required that all necessary documents, supplies, and training are provided to the school.  Please contact your child’s school for additional information.  

Can my child administer their own medications at school?

Self-administration and possession of medication is allowed in compliance with state law and the Lansing School District medication policy.  Students may be allowed to carry certain emergency medication with the appropriate parent/guardian and health care provider authorization.  

What if my child has a life-threatening allergic reaction while at school? 

Each of our schools are provided an emergency use Epi-Pen and Epi-Pen Jr. Our school nurses and Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) members are trained in the administration of emergency epinephrine. 
In the event that your child encounters a life-threatening allergen, an Epi-pen may be used, EMS will be activated, and you will be notified. 

What if my child has a medical emergency while at school? 

Maintaining a safe and injury-free environment is of primary importance to the Board of Education and the entire Lansing Public School District. In the event of a medical emergency, District staff will secure appropriate medical assistance for all students of the Lansing Public School District while in school or engaged in any sanctioned school activities.

Will my child's medical information be kept confidential? 

Yes. Our school nurses and district staff are required by federal privacy laws (FERPA) to protect your child's educational records, which include medical information provided to the school. Parent/Guardian consent will be obtained prior to sharing this information with a third party.