FOOD ALLERGY MANAGEMENT

The District has adopted policy and procedure that allows for the development of a student Food Allergy Management Plan that includes the following components:

• Identification of students with food allergies who are at risk for anaphylaxis.

• Development, implementation, communication, and monitoring of food allergy action plans/emergency care plans, individualized health-care plans, and Section 504 plans, as appropriate.
• Reduction of the risk of exposure within the school setting to common food allergens.
• Training for school staff regarding awareness of signs and symptoms of food allergies and emergency response in the event of an anaphylactic reaction.
• Review of care plans and procedures periodically and after an anaphylactic reaction at school or at a school-related activity.

If your child has a food allergy, please contact your school nurse. If your student requires an altered nutrition plan at school, the PISD Diet Modification form will need to be taken to your physician, completed and returned to the school.

For more information regarding students with food allergies in schools, visit TxDSHS Allergies and Anaphylaxis.