When implementing the Open Airways for Schools® program, certified facilitators have the option to download and print the OAS Child Handouts and OAS Parent Letters to create a “classroom kit” or the option to purchase OAS Participant Workbooks for each child participant. In this section, you will find PDF versions of the Open Airways for Schools® program materials and a link to order OAS Participant Workbooks.

OAS Curriculum Guide <<In English | En Español>>

OAS Posters <<Download PDF>> <<Slides in English | Slides En Español>>

OAS Child Handouts <<In English | En Español >>

OAS Parent Letters <<In English | En Español >>

OAS Participant Workbook* <<Order Today>>

Parent Permission Form <<Download PDF>>

*In 2023, the American Lung Association developed the OAS Participant Workbook that includes the poster images, child handouts, and parent letters in one convenient resource. Please submit your material order prior to the start of your program, preferable two full weeks before

This section contains links to videos that you may find useful during your Open Airways for Schools programs. It will be updated over time with additional videos.

About Open Airways for Schools <<Watch Video>>

How to set up a classroom for an OAS program <<Watch Video>>

Modeling an OAS session <<Watch Video>>

Animation: What is Asthma? << In English | En Español >>

Asthma Medication Demonstration and Device Videos <<Visit Website>>

Teach a Child to Belly Breathe for Relaxation <<Watch Video>>

The American Lung Association has customizable marketing materials available to promote Open Airways for Schools® through a variety of channels.

Brochure <<Download PDF>>

Student Recruitment Flyer <<Download PDF>>

Facilitator Recruitment Flyer <<Download PDF>>

We ask certified facilitators to notify the American Lung Association anytime you schedule an Open Airways for Schools® program. View the full OAS Evaluation Protocol.

OAS Facilitator Program Report Form

Certified facilitators must report information about your program using the OAS Program Report Form (preferably within two weeks of completing the final program session, Lesson 6). Information collected in this form allows us to evaluate the effectiveness of our program’s delivery and reach.
OAS Post Program Participant Feedback Form

Certified facilitators are encouraged to share the link for the OAS Post Program Participant Feedback Form to assess participant feedback post program. This form collects confidence managing asthma, readiness to try new skills, and satisfaction with the program. To maximize student response rate, allow time at the end of lesson six for students to complete the online survey via tablet or computer while the facilitator is present. This form is highly encouraged but remains optional because it is digital only. We recognize that not all child participants will have access to technology to complete this form electronically.

OAS Pre- and Post-Test

Certified facilitators have the option of downloading and printing the OAS Pre- and Post-test <<LINK>> to assess the effectiveness of the program. This form is not collected at the national level. Please check with your OAS staff representative if this form is required in your area.

State Specific Evaluation Protocols

New York

The American Lung Association offers a range of tools and resources to support students, families, and school staff, including:

For Parents of Children with Asthma

• Asthma Action Plan- a written, individualized worksheet that shows you the steps to take to keep your asthma from getting worse. It also provides guidance on when to call your healthcare provider or when to go to the emergency room.

• Asthma at School Checklist – A simple tool to help families ensure their child’s asthma needs are met at school.
• Asthma Super Stars – a new interactive online storybook that helps young children learn about asthma in a fun, age-appropriate way.
• Breathe Well, Live Well Plus- online adaptation of the Lung Association’s traditional Breathe Well, Live Well® adult asthma self-management education program. It incorporates the tools and key messages found in the Breathe Well, Live Well® Participant Workbook, along with new resources that assist young adults in adjusting to managing their asthma independently for the first time.

• For Parents of Children with Asthma- While asthma affects people of all ages, children with asthma have special concerns. Get tools and resources to help your child with asthma.

• 8 Conversations to Have That Are Important for My Child’s Asthma Care – These conversation starters help families build a strong support system at school, home, and anywhere a child lives, learns, and plays. Plus, a printable version to take on the go.

Resources for School Staff and Health Educators

• Asthma and COPD Medicine Chart- Identify medicine treatments and devices available to people living with asthma or COPD.
• Asthma Medication in Schools-Schools can use available resources and guidance to adopt stock asthma medication policies, ensuring students have quick access to life-saving treatment in emergencies. View the Implementation Resources.
• Asthma Friendly Schools Initiative-The Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative provides resources to help schools support students’ asthma management and reduce absences.
• Continuing Education Opportunities- Provided by AffinityCE and the American Lung Association and provide continuing education credit for physicians, physicians assistants, nurses, and nurse practitioners.
• Clean Air School Challenge- The American Lung Association is supporting K–12 schools nationwide to improve indoor air quality through training, technical assistance, and mini-grants to develop and implement energy-efficient air management plans.
• First Aid for Asthma Poster- Five steps to follow for an asthma episode.
• How School Staff Can Support an Asthma-Friendly School – Practical ways for school personnel to create a safer, more supportive environment for students with asthma.
• Lung Health Navigator- Schools can become referral partners for our Lung Health Navigators education initiatives and outcomes and data reporting available.
• Professional Spotlights- These free mini lessons are designed to equip healthcare professionals with skills to better manage a patient's asthma.
• Programs to Support School-Based Lung Health- This one-pager highlights all the American Lung Association’s free trainings, including programs on asthma, air quality, tobacco cessation, and infectious diseases, as well as facilitator trainings to help students achieve better lung health.
• Practical Guidance for Schools and School Districts to Protect Student Lung Health- The Practical Guidance helps schools improve asthma management through wellness policies and the School Health Index. It offers tools for assessing and implementing asthma-friendly practices. The guide emphasizes family involvement, staff training, and environmental strategies to support students with asthma.

• Asthma Resource Library- The interactive library includes videos, toolkits, worksheets, infographics and other resources for asthma patients and caregivers.
• Back to School with Healthy Lungs- Guidance for parents, young adults and school staff to ensure that everyone heads back to the classroom with healthy lungs and clean air.
• Creating Lung Friendly Environments for Youth- Strategies for addressing asthma, tobacco, clean air, and more in schools and community organizations.
• Clean Air at School- Provides resources and tools to help schools improve indoor air quality and create healthier learning environments.
• E-cigarettes and Vaping- E-cigarettes and vaping can cause serious lung damage and nicotine addiction, particularly in youth. The American Lung Association provides resources to understand these risks and offers support for quitting.
• Resources to Quit Smoking- Find the support and resources you or someone you love to quit smoking.
• Helping Teens Quit- Get tobacco cessation and education resources to talk to teens about the dangers of smoking and vaping and to help them quit if they have already become addicted.
• Protecting Yourself This Respiratory Virus Season- Offers practical strategies to reduce the spread of illnesses like COVID-19, flu, and RSV. Key recommendations include staying up to date on vaccinations, practicing good hygiene, improving indoor air quality, and staying home when sick.
• Radon in Schools- Many schools have dangerously high radon levels- testing and proper mitigation are key to protecting students and staff.

Certified Facilitators are required to recertify every 3 years. The American Lung Association will notify you when it is time to recertify. All candidates must complete the complete this brief questionnaire and receive an access code to participate in the OAS Recertification course.

The cost to recertify is $100. This fee may be waived if certified facilitators have conducted at least one program during their 3-year certification period and reported it using the OAS Program Report Form.