Administrative Procedure 318

PEDICULOSIS (LICE)

Background

The Superintendent recognizes the concern represented by the transmission of pediculosis in the School and therefore encourages close communication between school staff, parents and public health nurses regarding the detection and resolution of instances of pediculosis. Care will be taken to protect the individual from undue invasion of privacy. Pediculosis is more of a nuisance than a health and safety concern at school.

Procedures

1. School staff shall work with public health authorities and the School Council to describe and then communicate to parents both preventative and remedial procedures for dealing with instances of pediculosis. It is best to communicate prevention and treatment before there is an identified case of pediculosis in the school.
2. Parents of infected students should be notified to pick up their child(ren) as soon as possible for treatment and to prevent the spread. Children are not to be isolated nor otherwise feel punished if they are identified as having pediculosis.
3. Students are encouraged to return to School as soon as they have undergone a recommended course of treatment.
4. If there are ongoing concerns about particular cases not responding or being compliant with therapy, then the Principal shall inform the Public Health Authority of these concerns.

References: Section 11, 25, 26, 33, 52, 53, 196, 197, 222, 225 Education Act Public Health Act