In any given school year, Saint Ann’s has several students with severe, potentially life- threatening allergies. As it is impossible to make a school allergen free, Saint Ann’s has adopted an “allergy aware” policy.
Annually, we ask families of children with severe allergies to have their pediatrician complete an allergy action plan. This plan is shared with classroom teachers in the Preschool through third grades; in fourth–twelfth grade, the allergy is noted on every class roster. Division offices, deans, and cafeteria staff are also notified regarding any student with allergies. This process allows any person at school working with a child who has allergies to be aware of necessary precautions and able to safely accommodate them.
Below are some steps that the Saint Ann’s community can take to reduce exposure to food allergens for our affected students. While these precautions are not mandates, we ask for your assistance by following these recommendations to create a safe environment for all students.