Educator Training

Seizure Training and Learning Assessment

Approximately 2.5 million Americans have epilepsy, and over 180,000 new cases are diagnosed in the United States each year. One in 1 O people will have a seizure at some point in their lives. Three in 100 people will develop epilepsy by the age of 75. Epilepsy doesn't discriminate. It affects children and adults, men and women, and people of all races, religions, ethnic backgrounds, and social classes. While epilepsy is most often diagnosed either in childhood or after the age of 65, it can occur at any age.  

Managing Food Allergies in Schools - The Role of School Transportation Staff

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

published Voluntary Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in Schools and Early Care and Education Programs, (www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/foodallergies/) to help schools manage the risk of food allergies and severe allergic reactions in students. As school bus drivers and transportation staff, you can help keep students with food allergies stay safe while riding school buses.

Overview of Allergies and Anaphylaxis

OVERVIEW OF ALLERGIES AND ANAPHYLAXIS 

ALLERGY 

Several million Americans suffer from allergies. According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), approximately 50 million Americans have some form of allergic disease and note that the incidence is rising. Allergy is an immune response that causes antibodies (lmmunoglobulin E or lgE) to respond to allergens. Allergens are substances that trigger an allergic response such as dust mites, animal dander, pollens, and mold.1 

ANAPHYLAXIS 

Some allergens such as food, medication, insect stings, and latex can trigger a severe, systemic allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that may involve systems of the entire body. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency requiring immediate medical treatment and follow up care by an 

allergist/immunologist. Deaths have occurred in schools because of delays in recognizing and responding to symptoms with immediate treatment and further medical interventions. 

Management of Asthma Episode in School

Asthma is the leading cause of absenteeism in school-aged children. A school-based asthma management program should allow children with asthma or allergies to participate in all school learning and recreational activities with few restrictions. An effective program will ultimately help to minimize school absences.