Students desiring to participate in athletic activities or enrolling in pre-k or kindergarten in the school district will have a physical examination by a licensed healthcare provider and provide proof of such an examination to the school district. A physical examination and proof of such an examination may be required by the administration for students in other grades enrolling for the first time in the school district.
A certificate of health stating the results of a physical examination and signed by the physician is on file at the attendance center. Each student will submit an up-to-date certificate of health upon the request of the superintendent. Failure to provide this information may be grounds for disciplinary action.
Students enrolling for the first time in the school district will also submit a certificate of immunization against diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, poliomyelitis, rubeola, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella, and other immunizations required by law. The student may be admitted conditionally to the attendance center if the student has not yet completed the immunization process but is in the process of doing so. Failure to meet the immunization requirement will be grounds for suspension, expulsion or denial of admission. Upon recommendation of the Iowa Department of Education and Iowa Department of Public Health, students entering the district for the first time may be required to pass a TB test prior to admission. The district may conduct TB tests of current students.
Exemptions from the immunization requirement in this policy will be allowed only for medical or religious reasons recognized under the law. The student must provide a valid Iowa State Department of Health Certificate of Immunization Exemption to be exempt from this policy.
NOTE: Physical examinations are not required by law but are strongly recommended. Immunizations and the certificate of immunization are legal requirements.
Legal Reference:
Iowa Code §§ 139.9; 280.13.
281 I.A.C. 33.5.
641 I.A.C. 7.
Cross Reference:
402.02 Child Abuse Reporting
501.04 Entrance - Admissions
501.16 Homeless Children and Youth
604.01 Private Instruction
604.08 Foreign Students
Approved: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 03/18/2024 Revised: 03/18/2024
The board is committed to the inclusion of all students in the education program and recognizes that some students may need prescription and nonprescription medication to participate in their educational program.
Medication shall be administered when the student's parent or guardian (hereafter "parent") provides a signed and dated written statement requesting medication administration and the medication is in the original, labeled container, either as dispensed or in the manufacturer's container. Administration of medication may also occur consistent with board policy 507.4R1 - Stock Epinephrine Auto-Injector Supply.
When administration of the medication requires ongoing professional health judgment, an individual health plan shall be developed by the licensed health personnel working under the auspice of the school with collaboration the parent or guardian, individual’s health care provider or education pursuant to 050.14.2(256). Students who have demonstrated competence in administering their own medications may self-administer their medication. A written statement by the student's parent shall be on file requesting co-administration of medication, when competence has been demonstrated. By law, students with asthma, or other airway constricting diseases, respiratory distress or students at risk of anaphylaxis who use epinephrine auto-injectors may self-administer their medication upon approval of their parents and prescribing licensed health care professional physician regardless of competency.
Persons administering medication shall include authorized practitioners, such as the licensed registered nurses, physician, and persons to whom authorized practitioners have delegated the administration of medication (who have successfully completed a medication administration course conducted by a registered nurse or pharmacist that is provided by the department of education). The medication administration course is completed every five years with an annual procedural skills check completed with a registered nurse or a pharmacist. A record of course completion shall be maintained by the school.
A written medication administration record shall be on file including:
Medication shall be stored in a secured area unless an alternate provision is documented. The development of emergency protocols for medication-related reactions is required. Medication information shall be confidential information as provided by law.
Disposal of unused, discontinued/recalled or expired abandoned medication shall be in compliance with federal and state law. Prior to disposal school personnel shall make a reasonable attempt to return medication by providing written notification that expired, discontinued, or unused medications need to be picked up. If medication is not picked up by the date specified disposal shall be in accordance with the disposal procedures for the specific category of medication.
NOTE: School districts may stock over-the-counter, nonprescription medications that are not for life-threatening incidents. The policy for medication administration covers prescription and nonprescription medication.
Legal Reference:
Disposing on Behalf of Ultimate Users, 79 Fed. Reg. 53520, 53546 (Sept. 9, 2014)
Iowa Code §§124.101(1), 147.107, 152.1, 155A.4(2); 280.16, 280.23.
281 IAC §14.1,2
Cross Reference:
507.4R1 Stock Epinephrine Auto-Injector Supply
603.3 Special Education
607.2 Student Health Services
607.2-R1 Student Health Services - Regulation
Approved: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 08/14/2023 Revised: 08/14/2023
Student's Full Name:__________________________________________________ Date of Birth:_________________________
School:____________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
In accordance with applicable laws, students with asthma, airway constricting diseases, respiratory distress or student at risk of anaphylaxis who use epinephrine auto-injectors may self-administer their medication upon the written approval of the student’s parents and prescribing licensed health care professional regardless of competency. The following must occur for a student to self-administer asthma medication, bronchodilator canisters or pacers, other airway constrict disease medication or to self-administer an epinephrine auto-injector:
Parent/guardian provides signed, dated authorization for student medication self-administration.
Parent/guardian provides a written statement from the student’s licensed health care professional (A person licensed under chapter 148 to practice medicine and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery, an advanced registered nurse practitioner licensed under chapter 152 or 152E and registered with the board of nursing, or a physician assistant licensed to practice under the supervision of a physician as authorized in Chapters 147 or 148C) containing the following:,
Name and purpose of the medication,
prescribed dosage, and
times or special circumstances under which the prescribed medication is to be administered.
The medication is in the original, labeled container as dispensed or the manufacturer's labeled container containing the student name, name of the medication, directions for use, and date.
Authorization shall be renewed annually. In addition if any changes occur in the medication, dosage or time of administration, the parent is to notify school officials immediately. The authorization shall be reviewed as soon as practical.
Provided the above requirements are fulfilled, the school shall permit the self administration of the prescribed medication by a student while in school, at school-sponsored activities, under the supervision of school personnel, and before or after normal school activities, such as while in before- school or after-school care on school-operated property. If the student abuses the self-administration policy, the ability to self-administer may be withdrawn by the school or discipline may be imposed, after notification is provided to the student’s parent.
Pursuant to state law, the school district or/and its employees are to incur no liability, except for gross negligence, as a result of any injury arising from self-administration of medication or use of an epinephrine auto-injector by the student. The parent or guardian of the student shall sign a statement acknowledging that the school district or nonpublic school is to incur no liability, except for gross negligence, as a result of self-administration of medication or an epinephrine auto-injector by the student as provided by law.
AUTHORIZATION-ASTHMA, AIRWAY CONSTRICTING, OR RESPIRATORY
DISTRESS MEDICATION SELF-ADMINISTRATION CONSENT FORM
______________ __________ _____________________ _________
Medication Dosage Route Time
______________________________________________________________________
Purpose of Medication & Administration /Instructions
__________________________________ _________/__________/___________
Special Circumstances Discontinue/Re-Evaluate/ Follow-up date
________________________________ _____/_____/_____
Prescriber’s Signature Date
_________________________________ ______________________________
Prescriber’s Address Emergency Phone
I request the above named student possess and self-administer asthma medication, bronchodilators canisters or spacer or other airway constricting disease medication(s) and/or an epinephrine auto injector at school and in school activities according to the authorization and instructions.
I understand the school district and its employees acting reasonably and in good faith shall incur no liability for any improper use of medication or an epinephrine auto-injector or for supervising, monitoring, or interfering with a student's self-administration of medication or use of an epinephrine auto injector. I acknowledge that the school district is to incur no liability, except for gross negligence, as a result of self-administration of medication or use of epinephrine auto-injector by the student.
I agree to coordinate and work with school personnel and notify them when questions arise or relevant conditions change.
I agree to provide safe delivery of medication and equipment to and from school and to pick up remaining medication and equipment.
I agree the information is shared with school personnel in accordance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and any other applicable laws.
I agree to provide the school with back-up medication approved in this form.
(Student maintains self-administration record.)
Parent/Guardian Signature:____________________________ Date: _____/____/___ (agreed to above statement)
Parent/Guardian Address:_____________________________________________
Home/Cell Phone:______________________Business Phone:____________________ Self-Administration Authorization Additional Information:
Cross Reference:
603.3 Special Education
607.2 Student Health Services
607.2R1 Student Health Services - Regulation
Approved: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 08/14/2023 Revised: 08/14/2023
TIPTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT PARENTAL AUTHORIZATION AND
RELEASE FORM FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION TO STUDENTS
Student's Full Name: _____________________ Date of Birth: _________________
School: ___________________________________________________________
School medications and health services are administered following these guidelines:
Parent has provided a signed, dated authorization to administer prescription medication and/or provide the health service. Electronic signatures meet the requirement of written signatures.
The prescribed medication is in the original, labeled container as dispensed.
The prescription medication label contains the student’s name, name of the medication, the medication dosage, time(s) to administer, route to administer and date.
Authorization is renewed annually and as soon as practical when the parent notifies the school that changes are necessary.
___________________ _______ _______ ____________
Prescribed Medication Dosage Route Time at School
Special Health Services and instructions, if indicted:
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Administration instructions
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Special Directives, Signs to Observe and Side Effects
_____/_____/_____
Discontinue/Re-Evaluate/Follow-up Date
__________________________ _____/_____/_____
Prescriber’s Signature Date
And credentials (when indicated for health service delivery)
______________________________ ____________
Parent's/Guardian Signature Date
______________________________ ____________
Parent/Guardian address Home/Cell Phone
______________________________ _____________
Additional Information Business Phone
Cross References:
603.3 Special Education
607.2 Student Health Services
607.2R1 Student Health Services - Regulation
Approve: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 08/14/2023 Revised: 08/14/2023
Code No. 507.2E3
TIPTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
PARENTAL AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE FORM FOR INDEPENDENT
SELF CARRY AND ADMINISTRATION OF PRESCRIBED MEDICATION OR
INDEPENDENT DELIVERY OF HEALTH SERVICES BY THE STUDENT
_________________________________ ___/___/___ _________________ ___/___/___
Student's Name (Last), (First), (Middle) Birthday School Date
I request the above-named student (Parent/Guardian initial all that apply)
______ Carry and complete co-administration of prescribed medication, when competency has been demonstrated to licensed health personnel working under the auspices of the school. In accordance with applicable laws, students with asthma, airway constricting diseases, respiratory distress or students at risk of anaphylaxis who use epinephrine auto-injectors may self-administer their medication upon the written approval of the student’s parents and prescribing licensed health care professional regardless of competency. The information provided by the parent for medication administration is confidential as provided by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and any other applicable laws. I agree to provide safe delivery of the medication to and from school and to pick up remaining medication at the end of the school year or when medication is expired. If the students abuses the self-administration policy, the ability to self-administer may be withdrawn by the school or discipline may be imposed, after notification is provided to the student’s parent.
____________________________________________________________________________Prescribed Medication Dosage Route Time at School
______ Co-administer, participate in planning, management and implementation of special health services at school and school activities after demonstration of proficiency to licensed health personnel working under the auspices of the school. The information provided by the parent for health service delivery is confidential as provided by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and any other applicable laws. I agree to coordinate and work with school personnel and the prescriber (if indicated) when questions arise. I agree to provide safe delivery of the student’s equipment necessary for health service delivery to and from school and to pick up remaining equipment at the end of the school year.
Special Health Services Delivery:
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Procedures for abandoned medication disposal shall be in accordance with applicable laws.
____________________________ ___________________
Prescriber’s Signature Date
and credentials (when indicated for health service delivery)
____________________________ ___________________
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
__________________________ _____________________
Parent/Guardian address Home phone
Cross Reference:
603.3 Special Education
607.2 Student Health Services
607.2R1 Student Health Services - Regulation
Approved: 08/14/2023 Reviewed: _____________ Revised: _______________
Code No. 507.2E4
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TIPTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
PARENTAL AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE FORM FOR THE ADMINISTRATION
OF VOLUNTARY SCHOOL STOCK OF OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATION TO STUDENTS
___________________________ ___/___/___ _________________ ___/___/___
Student's Name (Last), (First), (Middle) Birthday School Date
The district supplies the following nonprescription, over-the-counter medications that are listed below. Generic brands may be substituted, (select all that apply):
Acetaminophen administered per manufacturer label
Throat Lozenges administered per manufacturer label
Other: ____________________ administered per manufacturer label (Please Specify)
Other: ____________________ administered per manufacturer label (Please Specify)
Other:____________________ administered per manufacturer label (Please Specify)
Other:____________________ administered per manufacturer label (Please Specify)
Voluntary school stock of nonprescription, over-the-counter medications are
administered following these guidelines:
Parent has provided a signed, dated annual authorization to administer of the
nonprescription, over-the-counter medication(s) listed according to the manufacturer instructions. Electronic signature meets the requirement of written signature.
The nonprescription, over-the-counter medication is in the original, labeled container and dispensed per the manufacturing label.
All other nonprescription, over-the-counter medication not listed will require a written parent authorization and supply for the over-the counter medication.
Supplements are not nonprescription, over-the-counter medications approved by the Federal Drug Administration and are NOT applicable.
Nonprescription, over-the-counter medications approved by the Federal Drug
Administration that require emergency medical service (EMS) notification after
administration are NOT applicable.
Persons administering nonprescription, over-the-counter medication include licensed health personnel working under the auspices of the school and individuals, whom licensed health personnel have delegated the administration of medication with valid certification who have successfully completed a medication administration course approved by the department and annual medication administration procedural skills check.
O Districts stocking the administration of a voluntary stock of nonprescription, over-the-counter medications, collaborate with licensed health personnel to develop and adopt a protocol shared with the parent to define at a minimum:
I request that the above-named student receive the voluntary stock nonprescription, over-the-counter medications supplied by the school in accordance with the district guidelines and protocol.
__________________________________________ _________________________
Parent Signature Date
__________________________________________ _________________________
Parent/Guardian Address Home Phone
Approved: 08/14/2023 Reviewed: ______________ Revised: ____________
Students with a communicable disease will be allowed to attend school provided their presence does not create a substantial risk of illness or transmission to other students or employees. The term "communicable disease" shall mean an infectious or contagious disease spread from person to person, or animal to person, or as defined by law.
Prevention and control of communicable diseases is included in the school district's bloodborne pathogens exposure control plan. The procedures will include scope and application, definitions, exposure control, methods of compliance, universal precautions, vaccination, post-exposure evaluation, follow-up, communication of hazards to employees and record keeping. This plan is reviewed annually by the superintendent and school nurse.
The health risk to immunosuppressed students is determined by their personal physician. The health risk to others in the school district environment from the presence of a student with a communicable disease is determined on a case-by-case basis by the student's personal physician, a physician chosen by the school district or public health officials.
It is the responsibility of the superintendent, in conjunction with the school nurse, to develop administrative regulations stating the procedures for dealing with students with a communicable disease.
For more information on communicable disease charts, and reporting forms, go to the Iowa Department of Public Health Web site: https://idph.iowa.gov/CADE/reportable-diseases.
Legal Reference:
School Board of Nassau County v. Arline, 480 U.S. 273 (1987).
29 U.S.C. §§ 701 et seq.
45 C.F.R. Pt. 84.3.
Iowa Code ch. 139A.8.
641 I.A.C. 1.2-.5, 7.
Cross Reference:
403.3 Communicable Diseases - Employees
403.03R1 Communicable Diseases - Employees - Regulation
403.03E1 Communicable Diseases - Employees - Hepatitis B Vaccnine Information and Record
Approved: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 03/18/2024 Revised: 03/18/2024
When a student becomes ill or is injured at school, the school district shall attempt to notify the student's parents as soon as possible.
The school district, while not responsible for medical treatment of an ill or injured student, will have employees present administer emergency or minor first aid if possible. An ill or injured child will be turned over to the care of the parents or qualified medical employees as quickly as possible.
It is the responsibility of the principal or designee to file an accident report with the superintendent within twenty-four hours after the student is injured.
Annually, parents are required to complete a medical emergency authorization form indicating the procedures to be followed, if possible, in an emergency involving their child. The authorization form will also include the phone numbers of the parents and alternative numbers to call in case of an injury or illness.
The superintendent is responsible, in conjunction with the school nurse, to develop rules and regulations governing the procedure in the event a student should become ill or be injured at school.
Legal Reference:
Iowa Code § 613.17.
Approved 2/10/1997 Reviewed 03/18/2024 Revised: 03/18/2024
Each attendance center will develop and maintain a written plan containing emergency and disaster procedures. The plan will be communicated to and reviewed with employees. Employees will participate in emergency drills. Licensed employees are responsible for instructing the proper techniques to be followed in the drill.
NOTE: The last sentence of the first paragraph is a legal requirement.
Legal Reference:
Iowa Code § 100.31
Cross Reference:
711.7 School Bus Safety Instruction
Approved: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 03/18/2024 Revised: 03/18/2024
Disagreements between family members are not the responsibility of the school district. The school district will not take the "side" of one family member over another in a disagreement about custody or parental rights. Court orders that have been issued are followed by the school district. It is the responsibility of the person requesting an action by the school district to inform and provide the school district the court order allowing such action.
This policy does not prohibit an employee from listening to a student's problems and concerns.
It is the responsibility of the superintendent to ensure employees remain neutral in a disagreement about custody and parental rights.
Legal Reference:
Iowa Code §§ 232.67, .70, .73, .75; 235A; 279.8; 710.6.
441 I.A.C. 9.2; 155; 175.
Approved: 2/10/1997 Reviewed: 03/18/2024 Revised: 03/18/2024
711.01 Student School Transportation Eligibility
The Tipton Community Board of Education is committed to the optimal development of every student. The board believes for students to have the opportunity to achieve personal, academic, developmental, and social success, there needs to be a positive, safe, and health-promoting learning environment at every level, in every setting.
The school district provides a comprehensive learning environment for developing and practicing lifelong wellness behaviors. The entire school environment, not just the classroom, shall be aligned with healthy school district goals to positively influence a student's understanding, beliefs and habits as they relate to good nutrition and regular physical activity. In accordance with law and this belief, the board commits to the following:
The school district will identify at least one goal in each of the following areas:
The following nutritional guidelines for food available on school campuses will be adhered to:
The superintendent or superintendent’s designee shall implement and ensure compliance with the policy by:
Legal Reference:
42 U.S.C. §§ 1751 et seq.
42 U.S.C. §§ 1771 et seq.
Iowa Code §§ 256.7(29); 256.11(6).
281 I.A.C. 12.5; 58.11.
Cross Reference:
504.6 Student Activity Program
Approved: 1/9/2018 Reviewed: 05/13/2024 Revised: 05/13/2024
Goal 1 – Nutrition Education and Promotion: Schools will provide nutrition education and engage in nutrition promotion that help students develop lifelong healthy eating behaviors. The goal(s) for addressing nutrition education and nutrition promotion include the following
Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote and protect their health
Promote fruits, vegetables, whole-grain products, low-fat and fat-free dairy products, and healthy foods;
Link with school meal programs, cafeteria nutrition promotion activities, school gardens, Farm to School programs, other school foods, and nutrition-related community services;
Implement evidence-based healthy food promotion techniques through the school meal programs using Smarter Lunchroom techniques;
Goal 2 – Physical Activity: Schools will provide students and staff with age and grade appropriate opportunities to engage in physical activity that meet federal and state guidelines, including the Iowa Healthy Kids Act. The goal(s) for addressing physical activity include the following:
Develop a comprehensive, school-based physical activity program (CSPAP), that includes the following components:
Physical education, recess;
Classroom-based physical activity;
Promote the benefits of a physically active lifestyle and help students develop skills to engage in lifelong healthy habits;
Encourage classroom teachers to provide short physical activity breaks (3-5 minutes), as appropriate;
Ensure physical activity is not used for or withheld as a punishment;
Afford elementary students with recess according to the following:
At least 20 minutes a day;
Outdoors as weather and time permits;
Encourages moderate to vigorous physical activity; and
Goal 3 – Other School-Based Activities that Promote Student Wellness: Schools will support student, staff, and parents’ efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle, as appropriate. The goal(s) for addressing other school-based activities that promote student wellness include the following:
Provide school staff a list of alternative ways to reward children. Foods and beverages will not be used as a reward, or withheld as punishment;
Develop a plan to promote staff health and wellness;
Share information about the nutritional content of meals with parents and students;
Support the consumption of breakfast at school by implementing alternative breakfast options to the extent possible (e.g., grab n’ go, breakfast in the classroom, breakfast after 1st period, etc.);
Permit students to bring and carry water bottles filled with water throughout the day;
Make drinking water available where school meals are served during mealtimes;
Encourage fundraising efforts held outside school hours to sell only non-food items, promote physical activity, or include foods and beverages that meet or exceed the Smart Snacks nutrition standards;
Strive to provide students with at least 10 minutes to eat after sitting down for breakfast and 20 minutes after sitting down for lunch;
Public Involvement: There is a process for permitting parents, students, representatives of the school food authority, teachers of physical education, school health professionals, the school board, administrators and the public to participate in the development, implementation, and periodic review and update of the policy.
The superintendent or superintendent’s designee invites suggestions or comments concerning the development, implementation, and improvement of the school wellness policy. As such, interested persons are encouraged to contact the superintendent or superintendent’s designee.
NOTE: School districts are required by federal law to have at least one specific wellness goal in each of the goal areas identified above. These goal areas include the following: nutrition promotion and education, physical activity, and other school-based activities that promote student wellness. Options have been provided, but districts must remember the sample policy and sample regulation cannot be adopted in the current format. School boards and administration must make a choice for all text in italicized brackets.
NOTE: The Iowa Department of Education has tools and resources available to help districts with progress reports and other aspects of policy implementation and review. Please visit the “School Wellness Policy” section of the Iowa Department of Education’s website, located at: https://www.educateiowa.gov/pk-12/nutrition-programs/school-wellness.
Cross Reference:
504.06 Student Activity Program
Approved: 1/9/2018 Reviewed: 05/13/2024 Revised: 05/13/2024