As part of the ongoing efforts of Devon Middle School to provide meaningful information to our community, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all parents, guardians and caregivers in helping us provide a safe eating environment for all of our students. As you are aware, we have asked families to refrain from sending foods containing nuts/peanuts, shellfish, seafood/fish and cinnamon with their children to school. While we cannot guarantee that these foods are not in the school it should be noted that we are asking for your continued cooperation in this regard in order to provide the safest venue for all of our students. You, the parents of our students, have done a fantastic job of helping us out!
Since we have been asked for some clarification, and to clear up any confusion, we should say that we are allowing students to have prepared lunches that do contain all types of mayonnaise and egg products. In addition, prepared products that have label disclaimers saying "May contain trace nuts" are permitted in the school.
The school administration will continue to be updated by families facing food allergy challenges. Should there be changes in their children's status we will inform the community at large as to what changes to our existing guidelines may occur.
Once again. thank you for your help with these sensitive issues.
Gary Gallant, Principal
Patty Oxford, Vice-Principal