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Type 1 Diabetes in the Classroom: Here’s What I Wish You Knew
Monday, July 7, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by Bruna Presz, School Program Director, Diabetes Network of Arizona; and Bailee Perreault, Development Director and Registered Nurse, Diabetes Network of Arizona
Sponsored by Diabetes Network of Arizona
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This edWebinar builds understanding and empowers school staff to confidently support students with type 1 diabetes. Learning objectives include:
- Recognize the signs of high and low blood sugar
- Understand the role of diabetes technology in the classroom
- Learn how to support students in academic and physical activities
- Promote empathy, independence, and safe care
Presenters from the Diabetes Network of Arizona discuss the topics of:
- “Why I might need to leave class”
- “Yes, I can eat that”
- “Sports, snacks, and safety”
- “What I wish you knew”
View this session to gain real insight, practical tools, and communication tips to create a supportive learning environment. Be the adult your students with diabetes trust. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.
About the Presenters
Bruna Presz is a former special education coordinator and holds an M.Ed. from National Luis University. Bruna has been in education for the past 12 years, serving in various roles as a special education teacher and district special education instructional coach where she created systems to support students with IEPs and 504s. During her time as a district special education coach, Bruna spent a lot of time supporting schools to create systems to support students with accommodations. Bruna is also the parent of a child with type 1 diabetes. Her passion lies in supporting families and schools to implement effective 504 plans that cater to students’ individual needs. She lives in Buckeye, AZ, with her husband and two daughters.
Bailee Perreault is a wife, mother, and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 11 years of experience, including nine and a half years in a pediatric emergency department. She is extremely passionate about creating a community that offers unwavering support to individuals living with type 1 diabetes. She hopes to create an environment for every type 1 diabetic to be successful, including in the classroom, and that starts with helping those in charge of their education mitigate some of the challenges that they live with every day.
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The Diabetes Network of Arizona is dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals affected by diabetes by providing education, empowerment, and fostering connections within the community. Our mission is to redefine the experience of living with chronic illness, ensuring that every person impacted by diabetes receives the knowledge, resources, and support necessary to lead a fulfilling and empowered life.