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School and Type 1 Diabetes don’t always get along — but sometimes, they absolutely nail it.
In this powerful episode, Mike and Jack dive into 20 real-life school stories from the T1D community — from horrifying mishandled hypos to the unsung heroes who made school feel safe. Expect chaos, compassion, and a whole lot of “WTF?!”🔊 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
10 shocking school fails — snacks confiscated, insulin locked away, and zero empathy
10 uplifting wins — thoughtful teachers, prepared nurses, and best mates for life
Jack’s honest thoughts on ignorance vs education
Mike’s scary school hypo that changed how he managed T1D
Why how a teacher responds can shape your entire school experience
💬 Quote from the Episode:
“When schools get it wrong, it’s not just inconvenient — it’s dangerous. But one understanding teacher can literally change a kid’s whole experience.” — Mike & Jack
📢 Got a Story?
We want to hear your school experiences — good, bad, or hilariously awkward.
🎤 DM us, email us, or send a voice note to be featured in a future episode.
📩 Email: [email protected]
🌍 Website: www.wearet1d.com
📸 Instagram: @wearet1d | @t1d_mike | @t1d_jack
#School #Type1Diabetes #WeAreT1D #T1DCommunity #T1DStories #T1DInSchool #DiabetesAwareness #ChronicIllness #T1DLife #InvisibleDisabilities
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By Michael Mcloughlin, Jack Scales4.6
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School and Type 1 Diabetes don’t always get along — but sometimes, they absolutely nail it.
In this powerful episode, Mike and Jack dive into 20 real-life school stories from the T1D community — from horrifying mishandled hypos to the unsung heroes who made school feel safe. Expect chaos, compassion, and a whole lot of “WTF?!”🔊 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
10 shocking school fails — snacks confiscated, insulin locked away, and zero empathy
10 uplifting wins — thoughtful teachers, prepared nurses, and best mates for life
Jack’s honest thoughts on ignorance vs education
Mike’s scary school hypo that changed how he managed T1D
Why how a teacher responds can shape your entire school experience
💬 Quote from the Episode:
“When schools get it wrong, it’s not just inconvenient — it’s dangerous. But one understanding teacher can literally change a kid’s whole experience.” — Mike & Jack
📢 Got a Story?
We want to hear your school experiences — good, bad, or hilariously awkward.
🎤 DM us, email us, or send a voice note to be featured in a future episode.
📩 Email: [email protected]
🌍 Website: www.wearet1d.com
📸 Instagram: @wearet1d | @t1d_mike | @t1d_jack
#School #Type1Diabetes #WeAreT1D #T1DCommunity #T1DStories #T1DInSchool #DiabetesAwareness #ChronicIllness #T1DLife #InvisibleDisabilities
🎧 New Episodes Every Sunday!
Follow, review, and share to help more people discover We Are T1D. Let’s make noise that can’t be ignored.

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