Food Allergies In School

If your child has a life-threatening food allergy, it is important that you work with your school nurse to develop an individualized health care plan to ensure a safe learning environment. The school nurse will need a medication order from the physician for an epinephrine auto-injector, a parent consent to administer if needed, and an allergy action plan. The school nurse will educate school staff working with your child and will develop a plan that focuses on preventing an allergic reaction during the school day.