The W.A.S.H. committee addresses issues related to wellness, allergies, safety and health. Members include the school principal, school nurse and parent volunteers. We discuss ways to provide “safe foods” and create food friendly environments so students with dietary restrictions are able to fully participate in school events. We promote the safety of the Birch Meadow Community in and around the school area and we encourage the physical well being of students at the Birch Meadow School.
Some of our accomplishments include:
• worked with the P.T. O. to ensure that food alternatives were provided at school events
• advocated for the installation of a new crosswalk on Birch Meadow Drive so that families entering the back of the school have a safe spot to access the classrooms at the back of the school and the playground area
• partnered with Safe Routes to School and successfully implemented two Walk to School Days.
Currently, we are working to develop a program that will introduce children to games and activities that can be played during recess. We hope to support children who are having difficulty joining groups or motivating themselves to stay active during recess time. We are committed to enhancing the wellness, safety and health of the Birch Meadow Community. If you would like to support our team, we welcome your suggestions and assistance. We meet at the Birch Meadow School at 10:00 on the first Thursday of the month.
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