Outdoor Recess & Lunch in Cold Weather

Tue, 11/30/2021 - 9:43am

Please note the changing temperatures and encourage your child(ren)to dress appropriately for the weather (coat, hat and/or gloves) each and every day.  We will continue to have outdoor recess and offer outdoor lunch as the temperature gets colder and will follow the county guidelines for making these decisions.
 
The decision to go outside or stay inside for recess, outdoor eating, physical education, or any other outdoor activity is the decision of the administrator at individual schools and based on the following criteria:

  • Temperature and humidity
  • Wind chill
  • Heat index and air quality
  • Age of students
  • Length of time outdoors
  • Adequacy of the children’s clothing
  • Condition of the playground
  • Falling precipitation (more than a sprinkle or mist)
  • Thunder and lightning

Generally, it is assumed that students will be outside for recess, outdoor eating, physical education, or any other outdoor activity when the temperature combined with the wind chill is not less than 20 degrees Fahrenheit or the heat index reading is less than 95. Please be sure children are dressed appropriately for the weather.

Important: Children with certain health conditions may need special accommodations during extremely hot or cold weather. Parents of those children are to provide medical documentation and/or be consulted for determining if other arrangements are necessary.