Allergies in School Setting Process

The prevalence of reported food allergies has continued to increase significantly over the last several years. Those children diagnosed with a food allergy are at significant risk of anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction.

In October 2002, the Massachusetts Department of Education in collaboration with the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology recommended that all schools have in place a system to identify children with life-threatening allergies. Education of all staff in life-threatening allergy awareness is the cornerstone of this initiative.

  1. Allergies in School Setting Process
    1. Appendix A – School Event Vendor Allergy Acknowledgement
    2. Appendix B – Guide to Food Procedure for Groups Outside of the School Day
    3. Appendix C – Allergy Emergency Care Plan / Individualized Health Care Plan