For Schools
School-age children spend half of their waking hours in school. If they have diabetes, they will need support in school to ensure a safe learning environment.
It is important that school nurses understand current treatment plans for diabetes management and the type of issues that affect school-aged children with this disease.
All students with diabetes must have a written, individualized Diabetes Health Care Plan that meets the requirements of section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In creating such a plan, it is necessary to understand some of the issues with which a child with diabetes contends: monitoring blood glucose, dealing with hypoglycemia, the role of food and activity, field trip preparation and so on.
What is a 504 Plan?
A 504 Plan ensures that no student with any sort of disability is discriminated against, and is given the same education as every other student, all the while being provided a safe space to manage their condition as needed during school. Learn more here
A Teachers Guide to Kids with Type 1 Diabetes
Being a teacher comes with the responsibility of taking care of 20-30 children on a daily basis. In your career, you may have a student with Type 1 diabetes in your class. Although you may feel overwhelmed about what to expect, there is no need! This guide will make you aware of the conditions of a child with T1D, which will give you a better understanding of how to keep them healthy and safe at school. Learn More Here