St. Ignatius School follows Oregon law and archdiocesan policy regarding medication at school. By law, medication of any kind (pain relievers, ointments, cough drops, sunscreen, vitamins, etc.) cannot be provided by the school. When medication is necessary, only medications required for the student to remain in school will be administered.

All medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, must be stored and administered only through the school office. Students may not have any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, in their possession while at school, unless immediate access has been prescribed by a doctor. The office staff receives ongoing training in managing/administering medication at school.

All medication, including cough drops and sunscreen, must be delivered to and picked up from the school by a parent. Parents are responsible for notifying the school, in writing, of any changes in medication instructions. All families must understand and agree to follow the school's Medication Policy if a student requires medication while at school.

The medication form can be found [here].

Prescription Medication

Prescription medication must be in the original bottle. A completed medication form must be submitted to the school office. It must include the following:

• Written, signed permission, and instruction from student's parent/guardian, including:
  • Student name
  • Medication name
  • Route
  • Dosage
  • Frequency and/or time medication is to be administered
• Written instructions from a physician, including:
  • Student name
  • Medication name
  • Dosage
  • Frequency and/or time medication is to be administered
  • Any special instruction (included on a prescription label or in written separately by the physician)

Non-prescription Medication

Nonprescription medication must have the student's name affixed to the original bottle with manufacturer's label. A completed medication form must be submitted to the school office. It must include the following:

• Written signed permission and instruction from student's parent/guardian, including:
  • Student name
  • Medication name
  • Route
  • Dosage
  • Frequency and/or time medication is to be administered