Medication may not be administered without a written request from the parent on an Horry County Schools “Prescription or Non-prescription” Medication Form. The prescription medication form MUST be signed by the doctor prior to being administered at school.
Prescription or Over the Counter medicines (Ibuprofen, Pamprin, aspirin, cough medicine, etc.) must NOT be in the possession of a student at any time. All medicines must be kept in the school health room. Medicine must be given by the school nurse or a person designated by the Principal. The medication must be in the original container and appropriately labeled with instructions by the pharmacy or physician. Medication in unlabeled containers will not be accepted. All parents are asked to make sure the school has all updated phone numbers and emergency contact names on file. If a student becomes sick at school and cannot remain in class, the student must obtain permission from their teacher to report to the health room. The Nurse will contact the parent & discuss next steps. Unnecessary visits to the health room are to be avoided. If an accident occurs, the school nurse or a staff member will give first aid and notify the parents. Any treatment beyond first aid is the responsibility of the parent.
VACCINATIONS:
ALL RISING 7TH GRADERS MUST HAVE A TDAP BOOSTER BEFORE ENTERING 7TH GRADE. Please provide proof of immunization to our Nurse.
Tdap is required for students entering 7th grade and without it, students will not be able to attend school 30 days after the start of school. Please submit shot records on a SC Certificate of Immunization obtained from the Health Provider or SC Health Dept. at this link: https://scdhec.gov/health/vaccinations
