Food Allergies

The prevalence of food allergies is on the rise in the U.S.  Food allergies among children under the age of 18 increased 18% percent from 1997 to 2007.   The number of children with peanut allergies has doubled in the past decade (Green et al. 2007) In addition, children with a food allergy are two to four times more likely to have conditions such as asthma and other allergies.  For some, an allergic reaction to a particular food may be uncomfortable but not severe.  For others, a food reaction can be frightening and even life-threatening.  If you child has a diagnosed food allergy, please contact your child’s building principal and/or school nurse.

The Fremont Board of Education has an adopted policy for accommodating students with food allergies that reduces the likelihood of an allergic reaction at school.  All district child nutrition department personnel will follow the appropriate food plan established for any student having a food allergy.