Episode Details

Presented by Bailee Perreault, BSN, Developmental Director, Diabetes Network of Arizona; Bruna Presz, School Program Director, Diabetes Network of Arizona; and Kerry Murphy, Founder and Executive Director, FOLLOWT1Ds
Moderated by Mary Cipolla, Professional Learning Manager, edWeb.net

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Diabetes Network of Arizona.

The webinar recording can be accessed here.

This edWeb podcast equips K–12 educators and school leaders with practical knowledge to confidently support students with diabetes. The presenters highlight what diabetes management looks like from the student’s perspective and how school policies can impact safety, independence, and participation.

Learning objectives include:

• Recognize the key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and how they affect students at school
• Understand Section 504 rights and accommodations for students with diabetes
• Explore how cell phone bans and school technology policies intersect with diabetes management and access to glucose data
• Understand the role of CGMs, insulin pumps, smartphones, and other diabetes technology in the classroom
• Learn how to incorporate diabetes care into lockdown and emergency plans
• Review updated hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) terminology and treatment guidance

Through real-world examples and student perspectives, listeners gain practical strategies to create a school environment that promotes safety, inclusion, independence, and equitable access to education for students with diabetes. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.

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