Resources
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
American Association of Diabetes Educators
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and http://www.cdc.gov/nchs
United States Food and Drug Administration
Health Resources and Services Administration
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
National Diabetes Education Program, a joint program of NIH and CDC
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
United States Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Minority Health
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-325)
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
USDA Nondiscrimination Regulations 7 CFR 15b.3
A Guide to Special Food and Nutrition Needs: Fact Sheets (NFSMI)
Accommodating Children with Special Dietary Needs in the School Nutrition Programs: Guidance for School Food Service Staff (USDA, Revised Fall 2001) [PDF]
Accommodating Special Dietary Needs in School Nutrition Programs (CSDE) [PDF]
Allowable Milk Substitutions for Nondisabled Children [PDF]
Food Allergies and Intolerances Resource List for Consumers (FNIC) [PDF]
Guidelines for Feeding and Swallowing Programs in Schools (CSDE, 2008) [PDF]
Handbook for Children with Special Food and Nutrition Needs (NFSMI) [PDF]
How to Read a Label for Food Allergens (FAAN) [PDF]
Meeting Children’s Special Food and Nutrition Needs in Child Nutrition Program (NFSMI)
Summary Chart: Requirements for Special Dietary Accommodations in School Nutrition Programs [PDF]
Action Guide for School Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies
Child Care Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies
Comprehensive School Health Education
Connecticut Nutrition Standards
Guidelines for a Coordinated Approach to School Health [PDF]
Healthy and Balanced Living Curriculum Framework [PDF]
School Foods and Beverages (Federal and State Requirements)
State Board of Education Position Statement on a Coordinated Approach to School Health [PDF]
State Board of Education Position Statement on Nutrition and Physical Activity [PDF]
Other resources for teachers, child care providers, parents, and health professionals who care for children with diabetes:
Barrett, Jena Clayton (2001) Teaching Teachers About School Health Emergencies. The Journal of School Nursing, 17(6), 316-322.
Bierschbach, Judy Laver Bierschbach, Cooper, Leslie, and Liedl, Jennifer A.(2004) Insulin Pumps: What every school nurse should know. The Journal of School Nursing 20(2),117-123.
Blum, Monica (2002) Are School Nurses Using the Recommendations of the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial in the Care of Students with Diabetes? The Journal of School Nursing, 18(3), 138-141.
Clarke W. (1999) Advocating for the child with diabetes. Diabetes Spectrum 12,230–236. Complete Guide to Diabetes, Alexandria, VA, American Diabetes Association, 1999; 1-800-232-6733. Education Discrimination Resources List, Alexandria VA, American Diabetes Association, 2000.* Fredrickson L, Griff M: Pumper in the School, Insulin Pump Guide for School Nurses, School Personnel and
Parents. MiniMed Professional Education, Your Clinical Coach. First Edition, May2000. MiniMed, Inc., 1-800-440-7867. Information for Teachers & Child-Care Providers, Alexandria, VA, American Diabetes Association, 1999 (brochure).
Kolar, Kathryn R., Haynie, Lisa, Wilkerson, Robin and Fisher, Wanda (2002) Type 1 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents: What’s New? The Journal of School Nursing, 18(3), 144-149.
National Association of School Nurses (NASN) Issue Briefs: Delegation of Care in the School Setting (2004) The School Nurse Role in Accessing Health Care (2002)
NASN Position Statements: Blood Sugar Monitoring in the School Setting (2001) Case Management of Children with Special Health Care Needs (2002) Emergency Care Plans for Students with Special Health Care Needs (2004) Individualized Health Care Plans (2003) Medication Administration in the School Setting (2003) Rescue Medications in School (2004) School Nurse Role in the Care and Management of the Child with Diabetes in the School Setting (2001) The School Nurse and Specialized Health Care Services (2002)
NASN Resolution: Access to a School Nurse (2003). Barrett, Jena Clayton, Goodwin, Debra K., and Kendrick, Olivia (2002) Nursing, Food Service, and the Child with Diabetes. The Journal of School Nursing, 18(3), 150-156. Pediatric Education for Diabetes in Schools National Version: A Resource Manual for School Nurses (2003). Available through NASN. Quarry-Horn, Jill L., Evans, Barbara J., and Kerrigan, James R.(2003) Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Youth. The Journal of School Nursing, 19(4),195-202. Raising a Child with Diabetes: A Guide for Parents, Alexandria, VA, American Diabetes Association, 2000; 1-800-232-6733.
Tappon D. Parker M, Bailey W: Easy As ABC, What You Need to Know About Children Using Insulin Pumps in School. Disetronic Medical Systems, Inc., 1-800-280-7801.
The Care of Children with Diabetes in Child Care and School Setting (video); available from, Managed Design, Inc., P.O. Box 3067, Lawrence, KS 66046, 785-842-9088.
Treating Diabetes Emergencies: What You Need to Know, Alexandria, VA, American Diabetes Association, 1995 (video); 1-800-232-6733.
Wizdom: A Kit of Wit and Wisdom for Kids with Diabetes (and their parents), Alexandria, VA, American Diabetes Association, 2000.
Your Child Has Type 1 Diabetes: What You Should Know, Alexandria, VA, American Diabetes Association, 1999 (brochure).
Your School & Your Rights: Protecting Children with Diabetes Against Discrimination in Schools and Day Care Centers, Alexandria, VA, American Diabetes Association, 2000 (brochure).