It's Snack Time

 

Please pack a light, healthy snack for your child each day.  Some great snack ideas include fruit, crackers, yogurt, popcorn, cheese and crackers, or cut up veggies and dip. Children may bring water bottles.

 

 

 

 

Dear Parents & Guardians,
We have some children in the Bridgewater Raritan Regional School District who have life
threatening allergies to certain foods, including (but not limited to) nuts, peanuts, peanut based
products, seeds, shellfish, and dairy products. We have learned through consultation with our
pediatric allergists, as well as our own research, that the most severe reactions range from hives
and itching, to difficulty breathing and possible cardiac arrest. The seriousness of the allergy is
compounded by the fact that the food does not always have to be ingested to cause a reaction -
simply touching someone or something that has had contact with the product can result in severe
consequences. Even trace amounts of residue of material may induce a reaction.
This letter is to inform you that there may be a student in your child’s class who has a SEVERE
FOOD ALLERGY to all nuts. Due to the possibility of an allergic reaction, it is imperative that
this student must avoid these foods completely. If he/she comes in contact with the offending
foods, he/she may suffer a life-threatening reaction.
At this time we are requesting that all snacks or treats that are brought into the classroom for any
reason do not contain nuts. Please carefully check the ingredients if you have any doubts.
One other important item to acknowledge is hand washing. By frequently washing your hands
you wash away germs that you have picked up from other people and/or from contaminated
surfaces. When dealing with food allergies, hand washing with soap and water is an essential
detail. We ask that you have your child wash his/her hands prior to getting on the bus or entering
the school from home to help prevent any reactions.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation.