The Learning Academy Of Georgia

591-1-1-.15(9) · Rule 591-1-1-.15(9) requires that when a child requires a modified diet for medical reasons, a written statement from a medical authority shall be on file. When a child requires a modified diet for religious reasons, a written statement to that effect from the child’s Parent(s) shall be on file. All caregiver Personnel shall be informed of the diet restriction for the child and only food that complies with the prescribed dietary regimen but still meets the food and nutrition requirements shall be served to the child.

During an incident investigation, it was determined on August 26, 2024, that a one-year-old child was served fish, which was listed as a prohibited food for the child. There were 11 children, and two staff members in the classroom. The staff member served lunch which consisted of fish sticks, green beans, and mandarin oranges. One staff member prepared for lunch and the other staff member was putting the children's blankets down for nap time. The one-year-old child was seated at the table eating their lunch. The first staff member noticed the one-year-old child's face was beginning to welt up, the child began to vomit, became fussy, and the child's eyes began to swell. The first staff member contacted the front office and advised the administrators that the one- year-old child was having an allergic reaction. Emergency services and the child’s parents were contacted.

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