Policy 6920

Instruction

Student Self-Management of Asthma, Anaphylaxis, and/or Diabetes

Students with asthma, anaphylaxis or diabetes will be permitted to self-manage such medical conditions upon:

(1) written request of the student’s parent or guardian;
(2) authorization of the student’s physician;
(3) receipt of a signed no liability statement from the parent or guardian; and
(4) development of an asthma or anaphylaxis or a diabetes medical management plan for the student. 

Students with such a medical management plan may possess the necessary medication to manage their medical condition under the conditions established in the plan and not be subject to discipline for such possession.  Provided that, if the student uses or allows the medication to be used for any reason other than as prescribed or as provided in the plan or possesses the medication other than as provided in the plan the student shall be subject to discipline in accordance with the student conduct and drug-free school policies.

Legal Reference: Laws 2006, LB 1107 and 1148

Date of Adoption: July 17, 2006