Safety on the Playground
Our students are anxiously waiting for our playground structure to re-open. Board policy determines that the equipment is off limits from November 1 to March 31, and at other times as determined by the school administration. This includes periods of freezing temperatures, when there is freezing rain, if the ground cover is frozen, or if there is a buildup of snow and ice. This year we anticipate the equipment will re- open on schedule!
This is a good time to remind everyone of the rules that help make these structures fun and safe places to play. Our playground is designed for users aged 12 and under and we do not provide supervision, maintenance and inspections outside of school hours.
Skipping ropes, ropes, scarves or loose drawstrings on children’s clothing and bicycle helmets are not allowed on play structures. In the event of an injury, students and staff are reminded that the injured person should not be moved, and a supervisor must be notified immediately.
We know how much the children enjoy our play structures and are looking forward to the spring weather so they can use them again. Safety on the playground is a top priority, and once the play structures open again we will be reminding our students of playground rules.
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