Before the administration of medical cannabis and at any time when the student's administration of medical cannabis changes, the school district must have documentation described in this section on file. The student's parent or legal guardian shall at least annually complete and submit to the school district the documentation required by this article, including:

1. (1) A written certification including the signature of the recommending practitioner and the recommended dosage, frequency or time of administration, and length of time between dosages of the medical cannabis to be administered;
2. (2) The student's registry identification card and proof of the registered designated caregiver;

3. (3) A written statement from the student's parent or legal guardian, including:

   a. Acknowledgment stating the school district and personnel and volunteers of the school district are released from any and all liability, except in cases of willful or wanton conduct, or reckless disregard of the criteria of the treatment plan; and

   b. Acknowledgment that no school personnel are required to administer medical cannabis.

Source: 48 SDR 9 , effective August 8 , 2021 .

General Authority: SDCL 13-33A-2 , 34-20G-95 .

Law Implemented: SDCL 13-33A-1 , 34-20G-95 .