Seasonal Wellness

You winterize your house and car, and you need to do the same with your children.

Outdoor recess will take place if the outdoor temperature is 20 degrees or higher including the windchill.  Please be sure to have students dress for the weather.  We do encourage all students to dress appropriately before going out to recess.

Children are even more vulnerable than adults to cold-weather and winter-related injuries. Extreme exposure can cause frostbite or frostnip.

Tips to keep kids cold-weather-proof

1. Dress kids in layers.

If one layer gets wet, the child can remove it to keep moisture away from the skin. Read more myths and facts about dressing for cold weather.

2. Choose warm fabrics.

Use fleece and wool garments instead of cotton clothes, which will not provide insulation if they get wet.

3. Cover extremities.

Warm boots and mittens are essential because extremities are most prone to frostbite. Make sure kids cover their ears and nose and wear a hat to prevent significant heat loss from the head.

4. Limit time outside.

Children should come inside often to limit their exposure to the cold, and they should change out of wet clothing immediately.