Hello, Hello!
Testing is just about over and we’re coming down the stretch. It doesn’t mean the race is over, it means we need to work just as hard to get to the finish! We need to work hard on the same things we’ve been working hard on all year; following PBIS Expectations, being kind and showing compassion, helping others, doing homework and showing best effort in all classes. The weather is getting warmer and we’ll be going outside a bit more in PE class – if only just to run. Kick ball and whiffle ball will lead the activities as well as jogging around our track. How lucky we are to have great playgrounds and a nice big track to run around!
HEALTHY TID BIT: SUN SAFETY ALL YEAR ‘ROUND!!!
Some exposure to the sun is good! It’s the best source of vitamin D, which helps our bodies absorb calcium for stronger and healthier bones.
Too much sun exposure is not good! It can cause skin damage, eye damage and possibly skin cancer. In order to protect yourself from the sun’s damaging rays you should:
-Use sunscreen-everyday-even on cloudy days and in the winter! The SPF (sun protection factor) should be at least 30 and your sunscreen should say “water resistant up to 80 minutes” and “broad spectrum” on the label. In addition to your body, don’t forget to apply sunscreen to ears, hands, feet, behind the neck and don’t forget lip balm (chapstick) with SPF 30, also. It’s best to re-apply sunscreen every 2 hours. There are a wide variety of sunscreens out there and some of them are not very good. Check with your Doctor to see what’s best for you.
-Cover up – This means a hat with a wide brim, a light long sleeved shirt.
-Sunglasses – the label should say 100% UV protection. Did you know that your eye’s iris’s can get sunburned?
-Shade – Take shade breaks, get out of the sun and do an activity in the shade-under an umbrella or a tree. Stay out of the sun during the hottest part of the day – (10 am -2 pm).
Remember – Have Fun in the Sun – but do it Safely!!!
Have a sunny day!
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