Hi Sherry-I remember that it was a little scarey when my daughter went to kindergarten. She is now in 6th grade (SWCAH). The Cares foundation link is an excellent resource. This is what I did before school started
1. Made an appt with school nurse, principal and teacher.
2. Gave a brochure on her condition (from Magic Foundation-Cares wasn't around I don't think).
3. Had a letter from the endocrinologist explaining her condition and med routine, what to watch out for, etc.
4. Had to provide a prescription for emergency meds and had an emergency kit to give to school nurse.
5. Provided a letter I typed up with emergency contacts, Endo's number and concerns I had-keep hydrated, have a bottle of water, watch for lethargy with hot weather or if fever is suspected.
6. Definitely wore a medical alert bracelet
Thus far, she has never needed an injection in school. I have always kept her home if sick and have had to pick her up with a fever only 2 times. Starting in about 4th grade, she didn't get sick as often. Our school sends a nurse on field trips, so she has a 504 plan for that. Each year her teachers are educated as to her condition. As she has gotten older, I don't worry quite as much. As an aside, our local EMT's know of her condition and have solucortef on their trucks, and the school knows to order an EMT who can inject. Wev'e never had to do it, but it brought peace of mind. Good Luck-sorry so long!
Pamela
