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School guide
Managing type 1 diabetes at school
Whether your child is starting a new school year or returning to school after a new diagnosis, managing type 1 diabetes (T1D) in the classroom can be a little intimidating.
School preparedness requires paperwork, special planning, and many conversations with teachers, school nurses, and other students.
Breakthrough T1D is here with support and resources to help you and your child succeed, from preschool through college!
Resources for parents and caregivers
Helping you and your child navigate the classroom with confidence
The supplies your child needs at school, the information teachers and nurses need to know, and the plans to have in place.
Tips to help your child return to school with support and confidence after a type 1 diabetes diagnosis.
A 504 Plan is a legal, written document specifying what reasonable modifications and accommodations the school must provide for a student with a disability. Children with T1D are protected under this law.
A guide for young adults on managing T1D when leaving home for the first time, including going to college.
A helpful printable guide about the signs and causes of high blood sugar and how to treat it.
A helpful printable guide about the signs and causes of low blood sugar and how to treat it.
504 Plans and your child’s rights at school
Your child with T1D’s rights at school are protected under three laws: the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Resources for teachers
Helping you keep your students with T1D safe at school
Tips for keeping your student safe and helping them succeed.
A helpful printable guide about the signs and causes of high blood sugar and how to treat it.
Type 1 diabetes from your student’s viewpoint.
A helpful printable guide about the signs and causes of low blood sugar and how to treat it.
Additional resources
Fundraising At School
Breakthrough T1D offers many opportunities for children and their schools to make a difference in the lives of kids living with T1D.
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