1. All prescriptions must be in the original pharmacy container, labeled with your child'sname, name of the medication, doctor's name and dosage of medication. Medication that is listed as three times a day will be given every eight hours.

2. Over-the-counter medication will only be given according to the directions on the label. Please check the label. If the directions state - under 6 years old consult your doctor - we cannot administer it unless there is a note from your child's doctor stating the dosage to be given. Over-the-counter medication will only be given for three days, except when it is directed by a doctor in writing.

3. Parents must bring medication into the office. Do not send it with your child.

4. A medical authorization slip must be filled out and signed by a parent in order for medication to be dispensed.

5. If a child has a fever in the morning or the evening before, he/she may not attend school. If your child is sent home with a fever, he/she may not return to school the following day and must be fever free for 24 hours - without the aid of Tylenol or Advil - to be readmitted to school.

6. If your child is sent home with diarrhea and/or vomiting, he/she may not return to school the following day and must be symptom free for 24 hours before being readmitted to school.

7. Please remember to update your emergency cards whenever you change jobs, cell phone numbers or home numbers. It is vital that we be able to contact you at any time during the day.

8. Flu season is fast approaching. Getting plenty of rest, eating healthy food, and by following the above rules, we shall all endure the season with at least a healthy smile.