Type 1 @ School

Type 1 at School is a Touched by Type 1 community education program in which the TBT1 team provides public and private schools with the tools and training they need in order to help their Type 1 students thrive. Offering both in-person an virtual training sessions.

Touched By Type 1 provides the opportunity for school personnel to learn from experts and specialists to better understand the realities of living with Type 1 Diabetes, its signs and symptoms, and best practices for keeping Type 1 students safe at school.

What will you learn?:

  • Basics of Type 1 Diabetes management.

  • Best Practices for keeping Type 1 students safe at school.

  • Current technology and devices used in Type 1 Diabetes managment.

Through this program, we have provided informative and educational sessions to:

  • Entire school district Nursing and Clinical Staff

  • Entire school district Transportation Staff

  • After school programs and Daycare Facilities

  • Faculty and Staff at individual Public Schools

  • Faculty and Staff at individual Private Schools

It is our goal that through the Type 1 at school program – teachers, administrators, nurses, and families will become more confident in their roles in working together to keep students with Type 1 Diabetes safe at school.

Learn From Experts:

Certified Diabetes Educators, both with a personal connection to Type 1 Diabetes, share what you need to know to help you feel more confident and comfortable caring for a Type 1 at school.

  • Kim Rossi

    RN, BSN, CDCES

    Mother of a Type 1 Diabetic

  • Sarah Scott

    RN, BSN, MHSE, CDCES

    Type 1 Diabetic for over 40 years

We Are Touched by Type 1

All of the programs by Touched by Type 1 work together to provide a positive experience for those who are touched by type 1, in Orlando and across the country. Your support helps us continue to make an impact in the type 1 community.