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JUST BE KIDS
Working Together to Let Kids with Asthma
School-Based Asthma Therapy Program for Children (SBAT)
Facilitating the Administration of Controller Medication for Children with Asthma While in School
In the United States, historically marginalized children suffer disproportionately from asthma and suboptimal treatment with preventive medications is common. The School-Based Asthma Therapy (SBAT) Program provides children with uncontrolled persistent asthma controller medication doses daily while at school, given to them by a school nurse or a trained staff member. The SBAT program also provides resources for school nurses and staff, healthcare providers, and caregivers to assist children with asthma experience fewer symptoms and enjoy a better quality of life. This evidence-based intervention program, in collaboration with healthcare providers, improves health and academic outcomes, ability to partake in physical activities, and can make a positive difference in the quality of life for children with asthma.
Resources for
School Nurses
and Staff
School nurses appreciate the School-Based Asthma Therapy (SBAT) Program as it provides them with assistance to care for kids with asthma by administering daily anti-inflammatory asthma medications during school. Click on the link below and explore all of the resources that we provide for school nurses and staff to have a successful SBAT program.
Resources for
Healthcare Professionals
The SBAT program links primary care and specialist providers, school-based health providers, and caregivers to confirm asthma diagnosis and prescribe controller therapies. The SBAT Program provides an opportunity to reach children at increased risk for poor outcomes, even if they have limited contact with the healthcare system. For more information, please review healthcare provider resources.
Resources for Caregivers
Whether you are a parent, stepparent, grandparent, or non-relative caregiver outside of the home, such as an organized daycare provider, we understand the enormous responsibility of caring for a child with asthma and the SBAT program can help. Our program provides education, support, and resources for caregivers to optimize their children's asthma management.
