Asthma in Schools
Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative Champion Awards
Is your school taking steps to become asthma-friendly? Get recognized for all your hard work with the 2013 AFSI Champion Awards. » More
How asthma-friendly is your school? Asthma is one of the main reasons that students miss school due to illness – more than 10 million lost school days every year. There are things that families and schools can do to help make sure that students with asthma stay healthy, in school and ready to learn.
The air children breathe in school is critical to their success in the classroom and their overall health. Learn how to support healthy air at school. » More
The American Lung Association, along with partnered school and health-based national organizations, developed a Joint Statement for Improving Asthma Management in Schools. This statement outlines best practices and proven effective strategies that schools can implement to create healthier learning environments.
Asthma-Friendly
Schools Initiative
Start by creating a long-term asthma management plan for your school. Get the guidance you need to assist local communities as they plan and implement a comprehensive asthma management program. » More
Guide to Asthma Policy for
Housing and Schools
Are you an asthma advocate? Here’s what you can do to support asthma policy in homes and schools. » More
Open Airways For Schools
Find out more about the empowering, asthma self-management program for elementary school children that offers education in a fun, interactive group environment. » More
The Basics for Parents
Learn what you can do to ensure your child is learning in a supportive, asthma-friendly school. » More
