Introduction

School-Based Asthma Therapy (SBAT) Program:

Working Together to Let Kids with Asthma JUST BE KIDS

The School-Based Asthma Therapy (SBAT) Program provides children with uncontrolled persistent asthma controller medication doses daily while at school, given to them by a school nurse or a trained staff member. The SBAT program also provides resources for school nurses and staff, healthcare providers, and caregivers to assist children with asthma experience fewer symptoms and enjoy a better quality of life. This evidence-based intervention program, in collaboration with healthcare providers, improves health and academic outcomes, ability to engage in physical activities, and can make a positive difference in the quality of life for children with asthma. We developed the SBAT Program to build on school-based healthcare programs to overcome barriers to preventive asthma care, improve health and academic outcomes, and allow kids to JUST BE KIDS.