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Universal Hydration & Safety Protocols (All Conditions)

💧 Universal Hydration & Safety Protocols (All Conditions) Hydration Rules (Non-Negotiable) 💧 Water breaks every 15-20 minutes minimum. More frequent (every 10 min) in heat or high activity. 💧 Students bring labeled bottles; teachers monitor and remind proactively. 💧 Shade/rest stations always available. Never withhold water as consequence. Weather Decision Quick Guide ✅ Ideal (65-80°F clear): Full

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    💧 Universal Hydration & Safety Protocols (All Conditions)

    Hydration Rules (Non-Negotiable)

    • 💧 Water breaks every 15-20 minutes minimum. More frequent (every 10 min) in heat or high activity.
    • 💧 Students bring labeled bottles; teachers monitor and remind proactively.
    • 💧 Shade/rest stations always available. Never withhold water as consequence.

    Weather Decision Quick Guide

    • ✅ Ideal (65-80°F clear): Full outdoor, all activities.
    • 🌧️ Rain: Indoor primary; brief covered outdoor only if safe.
    • 🔥 Heat (>85°F or index): Shade/low intensity/shorten; frequent breaks or indoor.
    • ❄️ Cold (<45°F): High-energy continuous + layers; indoor fallback ready.
    • 🌪️ Lightning/High Wind/Extreme: Mandatory indoor immediately. No exceptions.
    Stewardship & Prudence: We take responsibility for protecting the children entrusted to us. Wise, proactive decisions reflect character and care for the whole child.