Birthday Celebrations, Allergies, and Healthy Foods

Whittier is committed to maintaining a healthy, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all students. Student lunches and snacks should comply with the Healthy Food Act and support healthy eating habits.

Due to the increasing number of students with severe allergies, birthday parties held on school grounds are temporarily suspended. Even small amounts of certain allergens can have serious consequences for students with food sensitivities. We encourage families to celebrate birthdays outside of school hours, such as at home or at a local venue.

Whittier is a nut-free school. Thank you for helping us protect the health and safety of every student.

Dietary Accommodations

If your child has dietary restrictions, please review the DCPS dietary accommodations information and complete the applicable forms:

DCPS Dietary Accommodations: https://dcps.dc.gov/page/dietary-accommodations

Completed dietary accommodation forms should be submitted to dietary.forms@k12.dc.gov and Tiffany.Johnson3@k12.dc.gov.

Medications and Allergies

If your child requires medication or medical treatment during school hours, please ask your medical provider to complete the appropriate forms, including:

- Medication and Treatment Authorization Forms  
- Asthma Action Plan  
- Action Plan for Anaphylaxis  

Please email completed forms to Nurse Bagley at itoro.bagley@dc.gov.