Parents should notify the District when a student has been diagnosed with a food allergy, especially those allergies that could result in dangerous or possibly life-threatening reactions either by breathing, eating or touching the particular food. It is important to disclose the food to which the student is allergic, as well as the nature of the allergic reaction. When the District receives information that a student has a food allergy that puts the student at risk for anaphylaxis, individual care plans will be developed to assist the student in safely accessing the school environment. The District’s food allergy management plan can be accessed in the school nurse’s office on each campus. Please contact the school nurse or campus principal if your child has a known food allergy or as soon as possible after any diagnosis of a food allergy.

In order for dietary restrictions to be placed on a student's account in the cafeteria, a Physician's Statement Form will need to be signed by the doctor. The school nurse will also need an emergency care plan signed by the doctor, to include in the student's individual healthcare plan. 

Authorization for Students to Self-Carry Emergency Medication

A student with asthma or severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) may be permitted to possess and use prescribed asthma or anaphylaxis medication at school or school-related events only if he or she has written authorization from his or her parent and a physician or other licensed health-care provider. The student must also demonstrate to his or her physician or health-care provider and to the school nurse the ability to use the prescribed medication, including any device required to administer the medication.

If the student has been prescribed asthma or anaphylaxis medication for use during the school day, the student and parents should discuss this with the school nurse or principal.