HIV/AIDS Education Program, MDCPS, Miami, FL

STUDENTS WITH FORMAL DISCLOSURE OF HIV/AIDS

Prior to enrollment, students will provide a doctor's statement that:
(1) they are medically able to participate in the regular school program.
(2) their medical condition will not constitute a risk to themselves, any other students, or other persons with whom they may come into contact during school attendance.
Staff, families of students, and students in attendance at the school will be provided the opportunity for training by the school system in sensitivity to issues related to HIV/AIDS.
Students will be placed in accordance with the School Board's standard rules regarding attendance zones, student admittance, and assignment.
If designated for disclosure by the natural parent or legal guardians, instructional and paraprofessional employees working closely with students with HIV/AIDS will be advised of the student's medical condition.
Where the Department of Children and Families notifies the Superintendent of a student's positive HIV/AIDS test result, the Superintendent shall maintain the confidentiality of the report and shall release it only in accordance with the statutory provisions.
The medical condition of students with HIV/AIDS must remain strictly CONFIDENTIAL.
Staff will be trained in the handling of students with HIV/AIDS in accordance with public health guidelines.
If parent or legal guardian designated, the HELP Center will oversee both the initial and continuing enrollment of students who are formally disclosed as having HIV/AIDS.