School Lice Policies

According to the Ohio government web site: “The nursing profession is moving toward evidenced-based practices. Updated guidance from CDC, AAP and the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) should be incorporated into school policies. School nurses in each school district should collaborate with their local health departments and school administration to create and enforce consistent policy guidelines throughout the district.

Cleveland schools retain a “no nit” policy, although the initial day of diagnosis by the schools is a bit more lenient than some schools, as children with lice or nits may remain in school that day if the parent or guardian cannot be reached.

School Lice Policy Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Surrounding Areas School lice policies in the Milwaukee area vary. Some schools retain “no nit” policies, while others have loosened their criteria and allow students to return to school with nits after treatment.