LEXINGTON, Ky. — Fayette County Public Schools has released guidelines for students requiring medication during the school day, emphasizing the importance of proper documentation and oversight.

All over-the-counter and prescription medications must be stored in the school nurse's office, according to the district policy. Parents and guardians are required to complete a medication form for school records and discuss dosage instructions directly with the school nurse. Over-the-counter medications should include a doctor's order if no prescription label is present.

The district notes that medications left unclaimed at the end of the school year will be destroyed, so parents should ensure they retrieve any remaining medications before the academic year concludes.

In Kentucky, school districts are required to have written policies and procedures for medication administration, with training and delegation handled by registered nurses, advanced practice registered nurses, or physicians. Students with life-threatening conditions may be permitted to carry certain emergency medications, such as inhalers or EpiPens, with appropriate authorization from a physician and parent or guardian.

Parents seeking additional information about the district's medication policies can visit the FCPS Health Services Webpage or contact their school's nurse directly. The district also offers health resources for families addressing other wellness and health accommodation questions.