If live lice are visualized, the parent/guardian shall be contacted by phone. Factors such as the severity of infestation, child’s age, or other health concerns influence professional judgment regarding parent pick-up and recommended treatment options. Close household contacts should be inspected. Students remaining at school until the end of the day will be discouraged from direct head-to-head contact with other students in the classroom.

If nits only are visualized, the student may remain in school and the parent will be notified at the end of the school day. Nits located closer than one-half (½) inch on the scalp require parental action at home. Nits farther than one-half (½) inch are not considered to be viable.

The student, accompanied by an adult, will return to school the next day. The school nurse will examine student upon return to school. If no live bugs are visualized, and no nits closer than one-half (½) inch from the scalp are present, the student may return to class. Students with live bugs or nits closer than one-half (½) inch from the scalp shall return home for further removal. The school nurse may re-inspect child’s scalp in seven to ten (7-10) days to assist with control measures.

School-or classroom-wide screening is not merited. School nurse shall exercise professional judgment when requests for classroom checks arise.

Revised 4/15/14