Diabetes management is 24/7 and doesn't take a break during the school day. Schools need to provide proper care and support to help prevent life-threatening medical complications. This allows students to learn, participate, and thrive at school. Your first step should be to work with the school and your child's health care provider to put in place a formal diabetes care plan. If you run into problems, you can often solve them by educating the school about your child's rights. But if you need more help, please contact us.
Legal Protections for Athletes with Diabetes
People living with diabetes should feel empowered to pursue their athletic and physical activity goals free from discrimination and preconceived judgments on how their diabetes may impact their abilities. Learn more about practical tips and legal protections that cover sports teams, associations, or other extracurricular sport activities.
NEW! Electronic Devices for Diabetes Management Wallet Card
This printable Electronic Devices for Diabetes Management Wallet Card for students provides an easy reference about the use of smart devices for diabetes management and the student’s rights to accommodations when using electronic devices to manage diabetes in school. It can be carried in a wallet, purse, or cellphone cardholder for quick access.
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NEW! Safe at School®: Your School and Your Rights
This downloadable PDF for parents/guardians and others explains legal protections for students with diabetes, the importance of written plans, and how to get information and help when a school diabetes care issue arises.
How to Resolve Diabetes School Care Problems
When conflicts about care at school arise, it is often because parents and schools have different understandings about care at school.
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Discrimination Webinars
View upcoming safe at school webinars and past safe at school webinars
Frequently Asked Questions for Parents
Quick answers to parent's most pressing questions regarding their children's care while in school.
Youth and Family Corner
Find more resources, stories, and support for families navigating diabetes in childhood and adolescence. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a trusted ally for families navigating diabetes in childhood and adolescence. From educational materials, our growing ADA Camp program, to local events and advocacy initiatives, the ADA is dedicated to helping families on the journey with diabetes thrive.
