School Lice Policies

Whereas many school districts across the country are moving away from “no nit” school lice policies, some schools in the Panhandle region of Florida retain “no nit” policies.

While many school districts across the U.S. have dropped their “no nit” lice policies, most schools in the Baton Rouge area still have “no nit” policies, which means that if a student returns to school with nits or lice eggs he or she will not be admitted.

“What is Colorado’s school policy regarding head lice and nit removal? My friend’s kids got into school with nits in their hair and at my kids’ school, the nurse won’t let them in with any nits even though I have done head lice treatments on them.” Marie D. in Denver, Colorado Each state has its own guidelines regarding allowing children back into school with head lice or nits. Some schools have a “no nit” while other schools do not.