As you’ve likely noticed, we are dealing with significant air quality impacts from regional wildfires. We carefully monitor air quality and make adjustments to student activities as necessary, including indoor recess and PE. We will announce any changes to upcoming sports and other activities if necessary. 

Air quality is expected to remain or become unhealthy for sensitive groups. The majority of impacts are expected Tuesday and Wednesday, but may extend into Thursday.

Children are at higher risk for health issues due to wildfire smoke since their airways are still developing and they breathe more air per pound of body weight than adults. Children also spend more time outdoors, leading to increased exposure. Please see the resources below to check air quality. 

We follow the Air Quality Guide for School & Child Care Activities from Washington State Department of Health for school activities.

Links to the forecast sites:
Washington Smoke Blog
Interactive Maps (wa.gov)
https://www.airnow.gov/

Questions? District Nurse Emily Wade, ewade@asd103.org or your building principal.