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Back-to-School for Busy Families

Child packing a school lunch with their family for Back to School season

by Caroline Moassessi, FAACT’s Vice President of Community Relations

Busy families managing food allergies can plan for a smooth back-to-school season—from preschool to college—while preparing for that occasional bump in the road. We know that one of a food allergy family’s superpowers is finding solutions for the hardest situations. Grow your skills by understanding your student's rights; staying engaged with recent food allergy education, tips, and information; and prioritizing your family's mental health and wellness (including yours!).

Know Your Student’s Rights

Food allergies are considered a disability in school, and your student has the right to a free and appropriate education (FAPE). Visit FAACT’s Accommodations Resource Center for details, including:

We’ll leave you with our final superpower tip from FAACT’s General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith: “There are great resources out there, and I’m always available for you.” Did you know you can contact Amelia directly to brainstorm school solutions (FREE of charge!)? Email Amelia.Smith@FoodAllergyAwareness.org.

Bonus tip: Stuck in traffic? Listen to the latest FAACT’s Roundtable Podcast, including school accommodation topics.

FAACT’s School Resources

Share easy-to-understand food allergy awareness resources with teachers, coaches, and other people who will interact with your student:

  • FAACT’s Food Allergies and School section is your one-stop shop for medically vetted resources for your child’s school, plus free downloads and information formatted for easy printing and sharing.
  • To teach school staff about food allergies, FAACT offers a comprehensive FAACTs for Schools Staff Education Program featuring teacher-designed PowerPoint presentations, lesson plans, and activities.
  • Bullying at school is real and cam have a negative impact on students. Learn how to identify and respond to food allergy bullying in FAACT’s Bullying section.

Mental Health and Wellness

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