PTHS Student Handbook 2026-2027

HEALTH CENTER The Health Center Provides services including: Routine medical care including acute and preventative including treatment for conditions that may cause absence from school (headaches, cramps, upset stomach); administration of all prescription and non-prescription medications; emergency care; immunizations; laboratory screening; nutrition services; health education including reproductive health education, substance abuse, and violence prevention; referrals to other needed services; sexually transmitted infection screening and treatment; pregnancy testing; prenatal counseling and referrals to other healthcare providers.

All students may use the Health Center provided they have a parent or legal guardian consent (under age 18). Exceptions include: emergency care; emancipated minors; those covered under the Minors Consent Law.

It is extremely important that parents of students with any acute or chronic health problems apprise the Health Center staff of their medical condition and of any medications they are taking. Appropriate forms will need to be completed by your student’s Provider for conditions including, but not limited to, anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes, and seizures. Appropriate PTHS staff, faculty, coaches, and bus drivers may also be informed of a student’s health condition which could lead to possible emergencies. Students are allowed to use the Health Center before and after school, during study hall, or during lunch. Appointments can also be scheduled. Students should obtain a pass from their teacher prior to coming to the Health Center. In an emergency situation, students can proceed directly to the Health Center and the office will be notified. STUDENT MEDICATION Taking medication during school hours or during school-related activities is prohibited unless it is necessary for a student’s health and well-being. When a student’s licensed health care provider and parent/guardian believe that it is necessary for the student to take medication during school hours or school-related activities, the parent/guardian must request that the school dispense the medication to the child by completing a “School Medication Authorization Form.” No school or district employee is allowed to administer to any student, or supervise a student’s self-administration of, any prescription or non-prescription medication until a completed and signed School Medication Authorization Form is submitted by the student’s parent/guardian. No student is allowed to possess or consume any prescription or non-prescription medication on school grounds or at a school-related function other than as provided for in this procedure. Medication found in a student’s locker or on the student’s person will be considered in violation of the school’s regulations concerning drugs and will be confiscated, excluding emergency medications (i.e., inhalers, Epi-Pens, Glucagon). Students will be responsible at the end of the treatment regime for removing any unused medication from the school. Medications remaining after the school year will be taken to one of the area participating pharmacies or pill-disposal locations for incineration. Controlled substances (i.e., ADHD medications) will be given to Livingston County Sheriff’s Office for proper disposal. All services are confidential.