"Check the UV Index in your local paper each day to see how strong those invisible UV rays are. It will tell you how safe you need to be when you are out in the sun. Slip, slop, slap and wrap."
Showing posts with label Health Promoting Schools. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Health Promoting Schools. Show all posts
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
SunSmart Shadows Says...
"Check the UV Index in your local paper each day to see how strong those invisible UV rays are. It will tell you how safe you need to be when you are out in the sun. Slip, slop, slap and wrap."
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
SunSmart Shadows Creator
Wondering where we got the SunSmart Shadows mascot? He was designed by one of our very clever students. Well done!
P.O.P.E = Put On Protection Everyone!
Friday, October 23, 2009
A Big Thankyou!
We would like to say a big thankyou to all the parents who have supplied a SunSmart hat for their child/ren. Your help and support in the implementation of our new Sun Safety policy has been really appreciated and has made the whole process much easier.
SunSmart Shadows says...
"Selwyn students are SunSmart students. Remember to slip, slop, slap and wrap this summer."
SunSmart Shadows says...
"Selwyn students are SunSmart students. Remember to slip, slop, slap and wrap this summer."
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
SunSmart Accreditation
Selwyn School is now SunSmart Accredited!
What this means:
In Terms 4 & 1...
- Children and staff will be required to wear a hat when playing or learning outside when at school.
- Children and staff will be encouraged to wear sunscreen.
- Children without a hat will need to play in the shade.
SunSmart Bucket hats will be on sale at school later this term. They will come in a variety of cool colours and sizes to suit everyone. Or alternatively, you can provide a SunSmart hat from home. Bucket, Legionnaire and wide brimmed hats are great. Hats will stay at school so they are readily available when needed.
Caps are NOT a SunSmart hat as they do not protect the ears or neck, so please do not send caps to school.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Selwyn School SunSmart Policy 2009
Rationale:
Excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the sun causes sunburn, skin damage and increases the risk of skin cancer. New Zealand, along with Australia, has the highest melanoma rates in the world. One or more episodes of sunburn in childhood and adolescence have been shown to increase the risk of melanoma later in life.
Throughout New Zealand sun protection is required from October to March inclusive, especially between the hours of 11am and 4pm. Therefore, this policy applies only during Terms 1 and 4.
Note: There are also benefits from sun exposure, including Vitamin D absorption, which is important for the development of healthy bones, muscles and teeth.
During the winter months, students should be encouraged to actively enjoy the sun. This policy is adopted from ( DATE ) so that children attending Selwyn School are protected from harmful UV radiation from the sun.
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As part of general SunSmart strategies, during Terms 1 and 4, between 11am and 4pm, our school will:
Behaviour
• Require children to wear broad-brimmed (min 7.5cms), legionnaire or bucket hats (min 6 cm. brim, deep crown) when they are outside (e.g. interval, lunch, sport, excursions and activities).
• Provide extra hats for children to borrow if appropriate.
• Encourage a "No Hat, Play in the Shade" rule where children without hats play in shaded areas.
• Work with wider school community to promote students’ use of SPF 30+ broad spectrum sunscreen (*).
• Encourage children to wear clothing that protects the skin from the sun (e.g.
sleeves and collars).
• Require staff to role model SunSmart behaviour, particularly the use of appropriate hats, within the school grounds and during outdoor school activities.
• Regularly publicise and reinforce the SunSmart Policy, for example, through newsletters, parent meetings, student and teacher activities.
• Inform parents of the SunSmart Policy at enrolment, especially the use of appropriate hats, clothing, SPF 30+ sunscreen, and encourage parents to practise SunSmart behaviour themselves.
Curriculum
• Incorporate SunSmart education and activities at all levels when delivering the curriculum.
Environment
• Work towards developing and improving existing shade, particularly in areas where students congregate. Shade can be both built and natural (e.g. constructed shelter and trees).
• Whenever possible schedule outdoor activities and sports events before 11am (**).
• Organize outdoor activities to be held in areas with plenty of shade whenever possible.
Reinforcement and evaluation
• Ensure ongoing assessment of SunSmart behaviour, shade provision, and curriculum emphasis.
• Review of the SunSmart policy by the Board of Trustees and Principal at least every 3 years.
• *Sunscreen should not be the sole or primary form of protection.
• **The Cancer Society recommends holding school excursions early in the day to cut down the exposure to UV radiation. Plan them for venues where adequate shade is available or alternatively provide your own shade by taking umbrellas or tents.
Excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the sun causes sunburn, skin damage and increases the risk of skin cancer. New Zealand, along with Australia, has the highest melanoma rates in the world. One or more episodes of sunburn in childhood and adolescence have been shown to increase the risk of melanoma later in life.
Throughout New Zealand sun protection is required from October to March inclusive, especially between the hours of 11am and 4pm. Therefore, this policy applies only during Terms 1 and 4.
Note: There are also benefits from sun exposure, including Vitamin D absorption, which is important for the development of healthy bones, muscles and teeth.
During the winter months, students should be encouraged to actively enjoy the sun. This policy is adopted from ( DATE ) so that children attending Selwyn School are protected from harmful UV radiation from the sun.
______________________________________________________________
As part of general SunSmart strategies, during Terms 1 and 4, between 11am and 4pm, our school will:
Behaviour
• Require children to wear broad-brimmed (min 7.5cms), legionnaire or bucket hats (min 6 cm. brim, deep crown) when they are outside (e.g. interval, lunch, sport, excursions and activities).
• Provide extra hats for children to borrow if appropriate.
• Encourage a "No Hat, Play in the Shade" rule where children without hats play in shaded areas.
• Work with wider school community to promote students’ use of SPF 30+ broad spectrum sunscreen (*).
• Encourage children to wear clothing that protects the skin from the sun (e.g.
sleeves and collars).
• Require staff to role model SunSmart behaviour, particularly the use of appropriate hats, within the school grounds and during outdoor school activities.
• Regularly publicise and reinforce the SunSmart Policy, for example, through newsletters, parent meetings, student and teacher activities.• Inform parents of the SunSmart Policy at enrolment, especially the use of appropriate hats, clothing, SPF 30+ sunscreen, and encourage parents to practise SunSmart behaviour themselves.
Curriculum
• Incorporate SunSmart education and activities at all levels when delivering the curriculum.
Environment
• Work towards developing and improving existing shade, particularly in areas where students congregate. Shade can be both built and natural (e.g. constructed shelter and trees).
• Whenever possible schedule outdoor activities and sports events before 11am (**).
• Organize outdoor activities to be held in areas with plenty of shade whenever possible.
Reinforcement and evaluation
• Ensure ongoing assessment of SunSmart behaviour, shade provision, and curriculum emphasis.
• Review of the SunSmart policy by the Board of Trustees and Principal at least every 3 years.
• *Sunscreen should not be the sole or primary form of protection.
• **The Cancer Society recommends holding school excursions early in the day to cut down the exposure to UV radiation. Plan them for venues where adequate shade is available or alternatively provide your own shade by taking umbrellas or tents.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Fruit in Schools Petition
In June next year (2010) our fruit will STOP!
The government has decided not to fund it after that. Please add your full name, address, and phone number in the comment box, and we will print them out and add them to our petition, asking that the government continues to supply our schools with fruit, as the benefits to the nutritional health of our children is obvious.
Your support on this is greatly appreciated.
Regards
Carey Bennett
(Health Promoting Schools Lead Teacher)
Monday, May 25, 2009
Health Promoting Schools - Parent Feedback Please
Hello Everyone
Below you will find the most common issues arising from the Selwyn School Health Needs Assessment. We have posted the top 5 issues that have arisen for parents, staff and students, plus the 3 groups' commonalities.
Your ideas and comments will be added to those shared at the two Parent Hui being held on the 2nd and 3rd of June, and will be considered when writing our Action Plan.
"What's on Top" for Students?
Students have said our school should focus on...
Help people, be nice and look after each other (9)
Bigger, better playground (7)
New sandpit (6)
Behaviour- be respectful, sensible, good, helpful, nice, share (6)
More unicycles, go carts and 6 wheelers (5)
Bigger, better playground (7)
New sandpit (6)
Behaviour- be respectful, sensible, good, helpful, nice, share (6)
More unicycles, go carts and 6 wheelers (5)
"What's on Top" for Parents/Whanau?
Parents/Whanau have said we should focus on...
Nutrition- awareness, support & education for parents (25)
Hinengaro/mental health awareness & support for parents and children (23)
Encourage physical activity and active lifestyles (16)
Healthy lunch orders (15)
Hinengaro/mental health awareness & support for parents and children (23)
Encourage physical activity and active lifestyles (16)
Healthy lunch orders (15)
Sun safety (14)
"What's on Top" for Staff?
Staff have said we should focus on...
Sun safety (5)
Mental health/Self esteem (5)
Mental health/Self esteem (5)
Healthier school ordered lunches (4)
Consultation and education for parents/whanau in healthy food options and policies (3)
Focus-staff mental wellbeing/morale/relationships (3)
Consultation and education for parents/whanau in healthy food options and policies (3)
Focus-staff mental wellbeing/morale/relationships (3)
SO...
the common "What's on Top" issues are...
Nutrition education (44)
Mental health (40)
Sun safety (19)
Healthy lunches (19)
Please use the "Comments" area below to add your thoughts and ideas on how we could best address these health focusses.
Your feedback would be most appreciated.
Thanks for your time :)
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