Additional Resources for Care Coordination of Chronic Condition Management in Schools

This page provides additional resources for care coordination of chronic condition management in schools.

AAP Resources  

HIPAA/FERPA Learning Burst This learning burst describes the purpose and key components of HIPAA and FERPA and explains how these laws apply to health information-sharing in the school setting with a few examples. 

HIPAA/FERPA Basics This webpage includes fundamental information on HIPAA/FERPA as well as additional resources. 

AAP Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan Form template for an Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan.

AAP Policies  

Guidance for the Administration of Medication in Schools This policy statement is designed to guide prescribing health care professionals, school physicians, and school health councils on the administration of medications to children at school. 

Role of School Nurse in Providing School Health Services  The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes the important role school nurses play in promoting the optimal biopsychosocial health and well-being of school-aged children in the school setting. 

Role of School Physician The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes the important role physicians play in promoting the optimal biopsychosocial well-being of children in the school setting.

Access to Critical Health Information for Children During Emergencies: Emergency Information Forms and Beyond The emergency information form (EIF) is a medical summary that provides rapid access to critical information to physicians and other members of the health care team so that optimal emergency medical care can be provided.

Resources for Parents

IEPs and 504 Plans: A Guide for Parents This article explains the difference between IEPs and 504 plans and the structures in place to support students and their families. 

Other Resources

The School-Based Allergy, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management Program™: Comprehensive Asthma Educational Resources  The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology created a central resource (SA3MPRO) in collaboration with others to assist students with asthma and allergies and their families practice consistent management of their conditions at schools.

CDC HIPAA/FERPA infographic This infographic includes fundamental information on HIPAA/FERPA.