Outdoor Play & Inclement Weather Procedures
With the winter season upon us, this is a reminder to parents and guardians that students are to dress appropriately for outdoor play. Remember to wear a warm coat, hat, mittens and proper footwear. Many of our students are often getting their pants and socks wet during recesses and need an extra change of clothing. Please ensure that your child has an extra pair of pants, and socks at school in case of a wet or muddy emergency. Please review with your child the importance of keeping snow and ice on the ground so that everyone has fun in the snow. In agreement with the CSC, students will go outside for recess unless it is -15 degrees Celsius or at principal discretion. Thank you for your support.
Dress For Winter Play
Here are tips to keep your child warm and comfortable while they are at school:
- Dress in three layers: Inner layer to keep moisture away from skin; middle layer to retain body heat; outer wind breaking layer
- Let your child put on their own outerwear at home so they are able to do this at school
- Pack extra dry clothes such as socks and mitts, and remind your child to change as soon as clothing gets wet
- Wear a hat to cover the ears and head
- Try a neck warmer without loose ends that covers the chin and face
- Wear mitts to keep fingers together instead of gloves with fingers
- Wear boots big enough for wool socks and room for toes
- Stay active in the cold – make snow angels and build snow castles to keep warm
- Learn about staying warm and safe and extreme cold facts HERE
Student/Staff Wellness
During the winter months, it’s common for students to experience colds or the flu. To help keep everyone healthy, please encourage your child to practice proper hand and respiratory hygiene, such as washing hands regularly, disposing of used tissues properly, and sneezing or coughing into their elbow.
If your child is feeling unwell, we kindly ask that you allow them to rest and recover at home. This not only helps them recuperate but also serves as an important preventative measure to support the health of our entire school community.
Thank you for your cooperation.