Welcome Back!
We are glad to see all of our students back at school. This summer is a rather warm one, so I thought I would share some tips to keep our students safe.
What do you consider hot weather?
- Anything 100+
- Anything 90+
- Anything 80+
- Anything Over 70!
Human Thresholds
People begin to get uncomfortably warm at different levels. Discomfort usually starts between 85 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Kids are more resilient to heat, and look like they are not phased, but they still have their limits!
Warning Signs That You Are Playing Too Hard For Hot Weather
The human body keeps itself cool by sweating. The warmer we are, the more we sweat to cool ourselves down. If we don't get enough water, then we begin to dehydrate. Dehydration is incredibly unsafe!
I have heard students tell me "I feel dizzy, and sick and my head hurts". These are telltale signs of dehydration and heat exhaustion. Healthline shares the following information:
Heat exhaustion happens when your body overheats. This can be due to prolonged exposure to heat or overexerting yourself in hot weather.
Heavy sweating and dizziness are both signs of heat exhaustion. Other symptoms to look out for include:
skin that feels cold or clammy
paleness
feeling weak or fatigued
muscle cramping
headache
quick, weak pulse
nausea or vomiting
fainting
Staying Safe
Please ensure that students are:
Bringing water bottles
Assertively asking to drink/refill their water, especially after outside play
Wearing layers with short sleeves underneath
Bringing a hat that protects skin from the sun
Applying sunscreen when possible
Able to recognize when their body is too uncomfortable to continue playing
Many students come to school with no water, or heavy long sleeved sweaters. Please encourage your student to come to school dressed appropriately for the warm weather! Safety is everyone's responsibility and our trop priority!