SunRise Preschool is a
Peanut Free Environment
The rationale for peanut and nut-free classrooms and schools has to do with the somewhat unique nature of these allergies. Most people with food allergies--even severe allergies--can manage their allergies by simply not eating foods that have their allergens in them.
People with peanut and tree nut allergies also avoid eating items containing their allergens, however there are two limits to this approach. First, it's possible for people with these two allergies to react to traces of nut dust in the air (from peanut shells, for example). Second, nuts are full of natural oils that leave residues. While these residues can be removed with common household cleaners, it can be difficult or impossible to thoroughly clean tainted tables, door knobs or walls during lunch or in the middle of the school day.
Because of these issues, and because peanut and tree nut allergies can be life-threatening, we have responded by making our entire school peanut-free.
To see a list of approved snacks, click here:
...for a bright beginning
