Regulation 5431-1

Students

Communicable Conditions

Reviewed and affirmed by the Board: 
Last Revision: 
Original publish date: 05/25/2010
Related policies & regulations:  5430
Legal references:  

 

1. The school nurse will function as the liaison with the student’s physician as necessary and will coordinate the health management procedures within the school building.
2. Decisions regarding the type of educational setting for these students will be based on the behavior, neurological development and physical condition of the student and the expected type of interaction with others in that setting.
3. The privacy of the student and the student’s family must be protected and knowledge that a student has a communicable condition, or exhibits behavior or a condition that may spread disease, should be confined to persons with a direct need to know.  If it becomes necessary to inform others, these persons will be provided with information concerning necessary precautions and will be made aware of confidentiality requirements.
4. Students who present a high risk of disease transmission may be subject to emergency exclusion or alternative placement by the administration after consultation with some or all of the following:  the student’s physician, parents, and/or their representative, school nurse and medical advisor(s).
5. A student is at high risk if he/she:  exhibits behaviors that may spread disease (e.g., biting, lacks toilet training or is incontinent) or has a condition that cannot be concealed or hygienically covered, any of which could result in direct spreading of a condition or disease.
6. During the time a student is excluded, an appropriate alternative or adjustment to the student’s education will be provided.  Long-term cases should be medically reviewed monthly at a minimum.