NGE Cold Weather Plan:
It is critical that students arrive at school each day prepared for cold weather. Parents should check the local forecast for up-to-date weather information. Students must be dressed appropriately so that they remain safe and comfortable during the following times:
- Outside playtime before and after school
- Lunchtime playtime (30 Minutes)
- Afternoon recess (15 minutes)
- Fire/Evacuation Drills (at all temperatures)
- Bus breakdowns
- Unscheduled and scheduled outside breaks and learning experiences in the community
We do not have a school or district policy for cold weather procedures. However, we follow these guidelines at North Glenmore Elementary:
BELOW FREEZING (-1 Celsius to -15 Celsius):
Students are expected to go outside for all play times. Please ensure your child has:
- Warm coat
- Gloves/Mittens
- Head/Ear covering
- Boots
- Neck warmer
- It is recommended that students also bring waterproof snow pants. Remember that students will be outside for the duration of the 30 minute lunch playtime and the 15 minute afternoon recess.
TEMPERATURE REACHES between -16 Celsius to -19 Celsius
If the temperature reaches -16 Celsius to -19 Celsius and the wind is calm, students will go outside for a shortened recess (5 – 15 minutes). If the weather is windy and stormy, students will stay inside.
TEMPERATURE REACHES -20 Celsius or lower
If the temperature reaches -20 Celsius, students will stay inside during lunch and recess.