Dear Families,
With temperatures expected to rise in the coming days, we would like to remind parents/guardians about the measures in place at our schools when a heat warning is issued by Environment Canada.
When a heat warning is in place, schools will follow established protocols to protect the health and safety of students and staff.
Toronto Catholic District School Board reminds staff and students to:
Bring a personal water bottle and stay hydrated.
Keep south-facing windows covered during the day.
Use fans, if available, throughout the school.
Natural ventilation (through operable windows) can be helpful for cooling and can be improved by using fans near open windows.
Turn computers off, if possible, or limit their use to the earliest hours of the school day.
When necessary, students and staff will rotate to cooler sections of the building including designated cooling areas, if available.
Schools will limit outdoor physical education activities.
Extreme heat can pose health risks to everyone, particularly young children and those with special needs. Please remain alert for symptoms of heat-related illness, including swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Some health conditions may also worsen during extreme heat.
We remain committed to fostering a safe and welcoming school environment. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your local school office.
Sincerely,
Toronto Catholic District School Board