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Pineland's Science Trip

Cherry Hill District Policy and NJ State Law require that all medication must be administered by a nurse. ONLY medically necessary medications  will be administered by the nurse on the trip.
  • Please administer the morning dose of medication to your child before the trip and evening doses upon return. 
  • The nurse will administer medically necessary medication during the day. 
  • Please note that groups may need to be adjusted to accommodate those students receiving medication. 
  • All medications, including over-the-counter medications, require a doctor’s written order.
  • The only exception is Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) which can be given with the permission of a parent/guardian ( please sign attached).
  • All medication must be labeled clearly and given to the school nurse TWO  WEEKS PRIOR TO THE TRIP.
  • Medications MUST be in the original pharmacy bottle with the label intact.  Do not include extra doses.  It must be in a ziplock bag with the student’s name.
  • One medication form should be used for EACH medication.  If additional forms are needed, please contact the nurse at ext. 3132.
  • If your child already has an Asthma Action Plan and/or orders for Epinephrine, you do NOT need to provide new orders.  They can continue to self-carry their medication.
  • NO MEDICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THE MORNING OF THE TRIP.