A first grade Omaha, Nebraska boy survived an allergic reaction after being put on life support.  Max's class was celebrating the holidays with a movie and a snack.  His mother went to the class to review the 2 snacks that will be offered.  After looking over the ingredients, Max's mom approved the snacks.  However, another child brought an unapproved box of peanut granola bars into the peanut-free class and the teacher distributed it among the students, including Max.

This highlights the point that even with the most well thought out plans, a mistake can be made which can result in a severe reaction or worse, death.  Max had a known peanut allergy, which was documented with the school.  His teacher was aware of this.  Max's class is a peanut-free classroom and yet a peanut product made it's way in the class.  His mother did the right thing and physically went to the school to review the snacks.  Yet this poor child went from watching a movie with his classmates, to being admitted to the ICU and placed on life support.  This incident has left many asking, "Is it truly necessary to have food in the classroom?".

KETV News 7 Report: http://www.ketv.com/r/30307603/detail.html

PAK (Protect Allergic Kids) Interview with Max's Mother: http://www.protectallergickids.org/Max-s-Story.html