The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is pleased to announce the availability of the School HIV/AIDS Policy Tool Kit. This 94-page document provides background information on HIV/AIDS, tools for districts to assess current policies and procedures, and guidance for school districts to develop or enhance policies and procedures related to HIV/AIDS.

The School HIV/AIDS Policy Tool Kit provides background information, policy examples, legal references, best practice procedures, and additional resources for schools to develop or enhance policies and procedures to address the following common concerns: 

• Reduction of risk of HIV transmission for children and school staff.
• School attendance by children living with HIV.
• Needs of children with family members living with HIV.
• Quality and effectiveness of HIV prevention education for youth.
• Employment of staff living with HIV.

For more information, download the toolkit at http://dpi.state.wi.us/sspw/hivaidptk.html