School Lice Policies

Needham Schools This school system has a “no nit” policy and students with eggs or bugs will be sent home. “Head Lice (Pediculosis) Students will be excluded from school until after treatment and removal of nits from the hair. Upon returning to school, students must report to the school nurse and be cleared before returning to the classroom.

LYNN PUBLIC SCHOOLS HEAD LICE POLICY Lynn schools allow students to remain in school even if they have nits. “The Lynn Public Schools has revised its head lice policy to conform to the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the National Association of School Nurses (NASN), the American School Health Association (ASHA), and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

Lexington Schools Lice Policy Lexington schools have a lice policy that focuses on educating parents. Children who have received treatment will be permitted to return to school. “Protocol for the Management of the Student with Head Lice The child’s right to privacy and confidentiality is the foundation for head lice management in schools. The school nurse’s role is to ensure confidentiality, support families, and educate the community.