HERC

The School Based Project

HERC'S School Based Project targets children who have been diagnosed with asthma (or who have asthma-like symptoms) and are eligible to participate in a four to six week asthma management curriculum. 

Most of HERC's asthma classes are offered to school children in grades K-5 . Once we identify students who are asthmatic & inform their families about the program, HERC arranges temporary classroom pull-outs and teaches asthma coping techniques to groups of 4-6 children. 

We keep families updated and send home worksheets for the adults & children to complete together.  At the conclusion of the course, students receive a graduation certificate & a small treat to celebrate their achievement.

HERC also offers asthma-related classroom presentations to middle and high school students. 

Currently we work with eight elementary & middle schools and two high schools in the 94124 & 94134 zip codes.

 

Children can take an active role in managing their asthma symptoms

But it is a complex disease affecting much more than just breathing

  • Children with asthma often stop participating in activities they normally enjoy, for fear of having an asthma episode
  • Loss of sleep from nighttime asthma episodes can cause a decrease in their attention span, causing them to perform poorly in school
  • Asthma may also result in high rates of absenteeism
  • Children with asthma may feel different from their peers and,  as a result, have trouble relating to others

Asthma Day Camps

The free day camps teaches asthma management techniques, recognizing triggers and symptoms

Asthma action plans, health & nutrition education, self-esteem building, exercise & literacy activities

Camp Application

School Tours

Tours of the resource center focus on giving children information & education on asthma management

We have literature, books, equipment & internet access for those interested in broadening their knowledge on asthma 

Contact for information

Does Your school offer an asthma management program?

It can provide the following benefits to you and your children:

  • To better understand asthma & detect asthma triggers
  • Determining when you may be approaching an asthma episode
  • Know your physical limitations
  • Knowing when to seek emergency assistance
  • How to effectively self-administer asthma medication
  • Ability to communicate competently & confidently with your health care provider