District 29 has set forth policies regarding Food Allergy Management and Anaphylaxis Prevention and Response.  Additionally, Administrative Procedures have been established to outline the measures in which these policies are carried to be followed in the school environment.

Food Allergy Management:

• Policy 762 (Food Allergy Management)
• Administrative Procedures Regarding Food Allergy Management

Anaphylaxis Prevention and Response​:

• D29 Policy 764 (Anaphylaxis Prevention, Response, and Management Program)
• Administrative Procedures Regarding Anaphylaxis Prevention and Response

If your student has been diagnosed with potentially life-threatening allergies to certain foods, allergies to stinging insects, latex or other substances, D29 requests the following information each school year:

1. Instructions from your child's health care provider for the school to follow in the event your child experiences an allergic reaction while at school. ​ You may elect to use this ​F​OOD ALLERGY ACTION PLAN, or one from your own health care provider.
2. Information about any prescribed medication to be used if an allergic reaction occurs​ (e.g., EpiPen, Auvi-Q, etc.). 
3. In addition to the allergy plan, please complete the​ MEDICATION AUTHORIZATION FORM and return it to school. The health care provider should indicate on these documents if your child may carry and self-administer the medication.

These documents require a signature from both the health care provider and the parent/guardian. Bring the completed and signed document(s), along with any prescribed medication to be kept at school, to the health office.  To discuss your child's asthma with the school nurse, call (847) 881-9503.