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DRESS Students in the elementary schools actively participate in scheduled recess periods. When weather permits, students will engage in physical exercise such as running and jumping on black top areas, as well as grassy and chipped mulch areas. For the safety of the students, it is encouraged that students wear **safe and appropriate foot** for recess periods. Students wearing sandals and open-toe shoes will not be permitted to engage in physical activities in certain areas of the playground during recess periods. Students wearing open-toe shoes and sandals will be required to use walking as the suggested exercise activity.
 * wear during these recess periods. Sneakers are recommended**. Sandals and open-toe shoes are not recommended

CLASSROOM CELEBRATIONS AND BIRTHDAYS

According to school board policy #246, all foods for classroom projects, activities, and celebrations must be **pre-packaged and include a complete list of ingredients** so that potential food allergens can be identified. Homemade food items for a classroom celebration/activity will not be permitted.

The food service department will continute to offer the popular birthday basket, and details can be found on the district website under "nutrition services."

Individually wrapped options include fruit rollups, fruit snacks, granola bars, prepackaged trail mix, pretzels, goldfish, and flavored crackers and chips. Some other choices are pudding and yogurt cups, dried fruit, muffins, and fresh fruits and vegetables.

Some nonfood treats include pencils, pens, bookmarks, stickers, folders, art supplies, or a donation of a book to the classroom or school library.