Otsego Elementary School Faculty Handbook - Half Hollow Hills

September 6, 2005
Dear Parent/Guardian:
As you may be aware, environmental and food allergies are on the rise.
We have students in our school with severe peanut and nut allergies, and
exposure to these products can cause a life threatening reaction,
anaphylaxis. Safety for all children is important to us at all times.
Therefore, I would like to reinforce on of our health concerns.
Some of our youngsters have a severe allergy to peanuts and/or tree nuts
(such as walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, etc.). This is a very important issue
for us, since this can be life threatening for these children. Therefore, we
are asking for your cooperation regarding this matter.
We are encouraging our parents to send peanut-free and nut-free lunches,
snacks, and party foods for all the students in our school.
Thank you for your cooperation in our combined efforts at keeping our
students healthy and safe at school.
Anyone wishing further information about peanut/nut allergies may contact
the school nurse at 592-3501. There is also an informational packet
available at the school.
Sincerely,