School Lice Policies

Schools in Omaha have recently modified their head lice policy; “Head lice can happen to anyone, it is not a sign of having poor health habits or being dirty. The most important fact to remember is that the problem should be quickly treated because delays will only help spread the infestation throughout your family and community.

Ideally, a parent or guardian should pick the child up from school. This practice allows the school nurse to show the parent evidence of the child's infestation.

Alabama State law requires that children be excluded from school for the following reasons: "Children with head lice will be excluded from school until the hair has been treated and ALL of the eggs (nits) have been removed."