This 30 minute module is designed to assist the school nurse in staff training and increase food allergy awareness for all school staff including teachers, food service personnel, administrators, aides, specialists, coaches, bus drivers, custodians and others. Topics include food allergy basics, label reading, common hidden ingredients, cross-contact, recognition of allergic reactions & anaphylaxis, how to give epinephrine, issues in specific school settings, and the social/psychological impact of food allergies.
Reviewed by Michael Young MD, Ruchi Gupta MD, Anne Sheetz RN (MA Dept of Public Health, School Health Services), Lynda Mitchell (Kids with Food Allergies), Chris Weiss (Global Food Protection Institute).

This lecture emphasizes the central role of the school nurse in educating the entire school community. It outlines important prevention and emergency preparedness strategies that need to be taught to all staff. Also covered is the importance of building awareness among student and all parents in the school community.

Handy reference table that highlights teaching points tailored for specific groups - elementary school students, adolescents, families with and without food allergies, and school staff. Links are provided to relevant educational materials.

Supplemental Food Allergy Education Resources

List of helpful internet resources offered by food allergy organizations, governmental agencies, and other trusted sources.

Short list of helpful internet resources that can aid in staff training.

A map indicating which states have school guidelines, laws addressing stock epinephrine, and mandated reporting of epinephrine administration in schools.

This 8 minute slideshow with audio outlines strategies to avoid exposure to food allergens in and out of the school setting. The presentation discusses the importance of label reading and avoiding hidden allergens and cross-contact.

This 6 minute slideshow with audio discusses the importance of being prepared to recognize and treat severe allergic reactions.

Brief slideshow with audio on how to read an ingredient label, and reviews the Food Allergy Labeling Law in the US

Nine interactive True/False questions that are designed to increase food allergy awareness while reviewing some skills important for managing food allergies. These questions address some common myths that can sometimes make things seem scarier than they are.

A free, easy to use, handbook designed to give parents the tools to keep their children with food allergies safe and happy while addressing their emotional needs. This fact based guide was reviewed by internationally recognized food allergy experts. This American and Canadian collaboration was lead by Anaphylaxis Canada and is available online and in PDF.

We use pop-culture and humor to help raise food allergy awareness in the school community. Teach.AllergyHome.org is a collection of over thirty posters with explanations and teaching points great for discussing with your kids. All of the posters can be downloaded for free as a color pdf to print out as 8 1/2″ x 11.″ size

A free hour-long, archived webinar hosted by Kids With Food Allergies Foundation. This webinar covers issues regarding: 1) Food allergy and safety in the school setting, 2) Universal food allergy management strategies (preventing accidental exposures and preparing for allergy emergencies), 3) Applying food allergy management strategies to the school setting, 4) Partnering with your school community.

This 6 minute slideshow with audio is created to increase food allergy awareness in all parents in the school community. It highlights basic facts about food allergies and the constant need for prevention and preparedness. The presentation is designed to help foster an understanding and supportive community.

Handy reference table that highlights teaching points tailored for specific groups - elementary school students, adolescents, families with and without food allergies, and school staff. Links are provided to relevant educational materials.

Supplemental Food Allergy Education Resouces

Compilation of online resources that can help families manage food allergies in schools. A comprehensive list from major food allergy organizations that provides practical management tips and information about food allergy guidance documents

Guide to review key food allergy management principles and to inform other caretakers about your child’s specific food allergies. Handy reference for playdates, birthday parties, and other drop-off situations. Created in collaboration with Kids with Food Allergies.

A map indicating which states have school guidelines, laws addressing stock epinephrine, and mandated reporting of epinephrine administration in schools.

Nine interactive True/False questions that are designed to increase food allergy awareness while reviewing some skills important for managing food allergies. These questions address some common myths that can sometimes make things seem scarier than they are.

This 8 minute slideshow with audio outlines strategies to avoid exposure to food allergens in and out of the school setting. The presentation discusses the importance of label reading and avoiding hidden allergens and cross-contact.

This 6 minute slideshow with audio discusses the importance of being prepared to recognize and treat severe allergic reactions.

Brief slideshow with audio on how to read an ingredient label, and reviews the Food Allergy Labeling Law in the US

This 4 ½ minute slide show teaches elementary school age children without food allergies why kids with food allergies need to do things a bit differently. It is designed to increase understanding, encourage children to support their classmates, and discourage bullying. This resource can be used by school nurses and teachers in the classroom as well as a tool to introduce families in the school community to the basic concepts of food allergies.

We use pop-culture and humor to help raise food allergy awareness in the school community. Teach.AllergyHome.org is a collection of over thirty posters with explanations and teaching points great for posting in schools and using in lesson plans. All of the posters can be downloaded for free as a color pdf to print out as 8 1/2″ x 11.″ size

Nine interactive True/False questions that are designed to increase food allergy awareness while reviewing some skills important for managing food allergies. These questions address some common myths that can sometimes make things seem scarier than they are. This may be helpful for teenagers.

This coloring page from Everday Cool with Food Allergies is designed to teach pre-school and early school-aged children basic age-appropriate food allergy management skills such as eating safe foods, handwashing, no sharing, alerting grownups, expressing feelings, etc.

Handy reference table that highlights teaching points tailored for specific groups - elementary school students, adolescents, families with and without food allergies, and school staff. Links are provided to relevant educational materials.