Chestnut Ridge Middle School

Medication Policy

The policy of the Board of Education discourages the administration of medication while at school unless it is necessary and only under the following conditions:

1. A letter of authorization must be submitted by the parent/guardian and physician to be filed in the nurse's office. If it is necessary for a student to take medication on a regular basis (i.e., to treat allergies, menstrual cramps, headaches, or coughing), permission must be on file from a physician and a parent/guardian for the student to come to the nurse's office and take medication when required.
2. Medicine, clearly identified, must be given to the school nurse to ensure proper use. Students may not carry medication at school unless authorized by the physician and parent/guardian and approved by school officials. Students who have unauthorized medication in their possession will be disciplined.

Click here for Form: Request for Pupil Medication to be taken at School (.pdf)

Health Screenings

The school nurse will conduct an annual screening of every student at CRMS. Each grade level will be examined for various health issues.

Grade 6

• Vision
• Hearing
• Height
• Weight
• Blood Pressure

Grade 7

• Height
• Weight
• Scoliosis

Grade 8

• Vision
• Hearing
• Height
• Weight
• Blood Pressure

Injury / Illness

Please contact the school nurse when you child sustains a serious injury or illness. The school nurse will be able to guide you in the educational procedures which we will implement to accomodate your child.