To ensure the safety of your son or daughter that has a life threatening food allergy and to comply with Washington State law (RCW 28A.210, Section 1), medical orders, medication/equipment, and a nursing care plan must be in place prior to attending school. Please review the resources available below. Contact your school office, nursing services or Nutrition Services if you have any questions.

This packet includes the following information:

1. Letter to Parents/Guardians
2. * Emergency Action Plan (completed by licensed health provider and signed by parent)
3. Nutrition Services Standard Food Substitutions Form
4. * Medication Request Forms (completed by parent and licensed health provider)
5. Staff and Parent Guidelines for Student With Life Threatening Allergies
6. Handout for Anaphylaxis (Severe Allergy Reaction)
7. Handout for Common Triggers for Anaphylaxis
8. Handout for School Foodservice and Food Allergies
9. Inland Food Allergy Support Team handout

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the principal or school nurse at the school your child attends.

Additional contact persons available to you:

• Health Service Director, Coordinator Health Services (509) 354-7298

• Doug Wordell at dougw@spokaneschools.org, Director of Nutrition Services (509) 354-7270

Please report immediately any changes needed in emergency contact information, medication, health status, etc. Thank you for your continued assistance in helping us provide a safe school experience for your child.