Please note that this list is partial, as more resources are constantly being developed.
CURRICULA AND PROGRAMS
- IAQ Tools for SchoolsProduced by the US Environmental Protection Agency, The Indoor Air Quality Tools for Schools Kit shows schools how to carry out a practical plan of action to improve indoor air problems at little or no cost using straightforward activities and in-house staff. Indoor Air Quality Tools for Schools is co-sponsored by the National PTA, National Education Association, Council for American Private Education, Association of School Business Officials, American Federation of Teachers, and the American Lung Association. Available at: http://www.epa.gov/iaq/schools/tools4s2.html.
- Strategies for Addressing Asthma Within a Coordinated School Health ProgramProduced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the short and accessible document offers concrete suggestions for schools working to improve the health and school attendance of children with asthma. The six strategies identified by the CDC can be effective whether the program is for the entire school district or just one school. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dash/00_pdf/asthma.pdf.
- AAAAI Asthma and Allergy Kit for School NursesThe kit includes both a clinical and management overview of several allergy and asthma topics, particularly in relation to the school setting. Available at http://www.aaaai.org/members/allied_health/tool_kit/.
- American Lung Association and Kaiser Permanenteˇ¦s Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative Tool KitThe kit was created to present a comprehensive program approach to transforming schools into safe, supportive environments. It is designed for use by local Lung Association staff and volunteers, as well as other community-based organizations working to create asthma-friendly schools in their communities. Currently undergoing pilot testing and revision, additional information about the kit can be obtained by emailing schoolasthma@earthlink.net. Jeanette Donald is the project manager.
- SNAP ˇV Arizona Asthma Coalitionˇ¦s School Nurse Asthma ProgramThis program was developed by the Arizona Asthma Coalition with support from the Arizona Department of Health Services. Its goals are: To provide an update of best practices in management of asthma in school children; to provide educational materials for use by the school nurse; and to provide linkages to community resources for school nurses. Available at: http://www.azasthma.org/providers/snap/index.htm.
- Educational Guide on Lung Health for Elementary School StudentsA guide for conducting 45- to 60-minute lessons on lung health, asthma, the effects of smoking on the lungs, and ways to resist smoking. Each lesson may be used on its own or combined in a series on lung health education for grades 3-6. Available at: http://www.chestnet.org/education/physician/speakerskits/lunghealth_eng/index.php.
GUIDELINES AND OTHER TOOLS
- Asthma Action PlansThis convenient, one page document helps children and their parents, in coordination with medical providers and school staff, to better manage their asthma. Clear instructions (to be filled out by a doctor) detail treatment for various stages of an individualˇ¦s asthma problem. Available for two separate age groups (0-5 and 6-adults) in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese. Available for downloading at http://www.rampasthma.org/actionplan.htm. You may also request copies of the document by calling RAMP at 510-622-4438.
- School Medication FormThe New York City Asthma Initiative has just developed a school medication form ˇV a single form completed by parents/guardians, school staff, and medical providers authorizing school nurses to administer medication and/or children to carry inhalers for self-administration. You can view the model at http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/pdf/asthma/aamapsch.pdf.
- How Asthma Friendly is Your School? Developed by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, this short questionnaire is followed by a list of resources for addressing asthma in schools. Available at www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/asthma/friendly.htm.
- Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial BuildingsThis document presents guidelines for the remediation/cleanup of mold and moisture problems in schools and commercial buildings. These guidelines include measures designed to protect the health of building occupants and remediators. It has been designed primarily for building managers, custodians, and others who are responsible for commercial building and school maintenance. Available at http://www.epa.gov/iaq/molds/index.html.
ARTICLES
- Do School Facilities Affect Academic Outcomes? By Mark Schneider, National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities, November, 2002. The article examines current research in several areas such as indoor air quality, ventilation, and building age and quality. The PDF is available at http://www.edfacilities.org/pubs/outcomes.pdf.
- A Guide to Lowering Test ScoresBy Shelly Rosenblum and Barbara Spark, US EPA Region 9, published in ACSA Leadership, September-October, 2002. The article explores how unhealthy environmental conditions in classrooms can make it hard for students and teachers to concentrate, and affect health, productivity and the bottom line. Reprints available at http://www.acsa.org/.
WEBSITES
- Regional Asthma Management and Prevention Initiative (RAMP)A clearinghouse of educational materials, Bay Area asthma coalition activities and other information. Visit www.rampasthma.org.
- National Clearinghouse for Educational FacilitiesThe best "one stop shop" site for school facility-related information. www.edfacilities.org
- General asthma and schools sites www.schoolasthma.com www.asthmaandschools.org www.greatschools.net |
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