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Our Mission
Project PENCIL provides easy-to-follow information for parents and teachers to help children with chronic illnesses succeed academically and socially
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For Teachers
Create a positive experience for students with chronic illnesses
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For Parents
Learn how to help your child succeed in school
Meet Children with Chronic Illnesses
The symptoms of and treatment for chronic illnesses often affects children’s ability to
- Attend School
- Succeed academically
- Engage socially
Chelsea, Emily, and Malachai, three children with chronic illnesses, explain what they like about school and why school is important to them.
For Parents
You play an important role in advocating for educational accommodations for your child with a chronic illness.
The full Parents’ Guide contains eight concrete steps to help you support your child with a chronic illness.
For Teachers
As a teacher, you’re in a prime position to create a supportive and protective environment for students with chronic illnesses.
The full Teachers’ Guide contains eight concrete steps to help you support students with chronic illnesses in your classroom.
