1. http://kendrickfincher.org

2. Who is Kendrick Fincher? http://www.aetn.org/programs/108degrees

3. Mission: Promote proper hydration and prevent heat illness

4. GOOD NEWS

6. The Water Access in Schools Tool Kit contains the following three major components— 1.A description of key steps schools can take to meet federal guidelines. 1.Drinking Water Needs Assessment Checklist and Planning Guide for schools 1.Key resources for promoting water consumption and making water more available and accessible. http://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/npao/pdf/Water_Access_in_Schools.pdf

7. Kendrick Fincher Hydration for Life We want to be your resource!!

8. Hydration education program for K-4 Partially funded by the Larson Foundation

9. Why teach proper hydration?

10. When was the last time you saw a commercial advertising the benefits of drinking tap water?

11. Why drink water? Water carries nutrients and oxygen to all cells Water helps convert food into energy Water regulates body temperature 1% dehydration results in thirst 10%+ reduction in ability to concentrate when you are thirsty 2% dehydration reduces your ability to work Exercise is easier if you are hydrated

12. Why K-4? Children absorb more heat from a hot environment than adults (3-5 times faster than adults) Children have a reduced ability to dissipate heat through sweating Lack of drive to drink enough fluid Opportunities to drink water 70% of preschool children never drink plain water

13. Start young so drinking water becomes routine.

16. A SPONGE, WATER, and an ENERGY BALL

17. All living things need water Our body needs water Our body uses water Like oil to a machine

18. KNOW YOUR BODY

19. Body Composition Muscle Bone Organs Fat Fluid Muscular system Skeletal system Digestive/Excretory system Respiratory system Nervous system Circulatory system

22. Warning signs: Thirst Nausea Headache Loss of Coordination Light headedness Poor concentration Fainting Flushed skin Fatigue Vomiting

23. Private Detective

24. FYI A cherry limeade in a popular 44 oz. cup has 123 grams of sugar? Explore Labels

25. SUGAR!

27. How much should I drink? Elementary children should drink between 50oz. – 60oz. a day DO THE MATH

28. A little more math… Rule of thumb for adults: weight divided by 2 is the ounces for you

29. When should I drink? Drink often throughout the day First thing in the morning Before, during and after strenuous activity When heat index is high When sweating When ill

30. What should I drink? Water is the best source of hydration for the body (remember to be a detective)

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37. THE SQUEEZE BOTTLE A TOOL-NOT A TOY

38. Using the resource manual and DVD. Train-the-trainer

40. Integrated lessons Math Science Health Literacy Physical Education Art Music

43. What you can do Lead by example Share the facts Ensure water is accessible Encourage water consumption during the school day Allow/encourage use of squeeze bottles in classroom Have water available in lunch room Promote teachable moments in all subject areas

44. What we can do Provide resources Partnerships Help with grant writing for hydration education Community presentations School presentations Events-hydration stations, mist tents, information (NWA) Training (always looking for others to share the info)

45. Taking care of your athletes

46. We Believe, Children should have adequate access to water throughout the school day to maintain proper hydration

47. Athletes should have frequent water/sports drink breaks Athletes should be able to get a drink at any time during practices

48. Coaches should be trained in heat illness prevention and emergency procedures Parents should understand their child’s hydration needs and encourage proper hydration

50. Heat Illness Prevention is the cure

51. Heat Illness & Emergencies Causes –Heat and high humidity –Extreme physical exertion –Layered or rubberized clothing –Inadequate fluid intake

52. Risk Factors Younger children/athletes Prior history of heat illness Overweight Other medical issues such as diabetes, kidney or heart problems Medications, Illness, Lack of sleep

53. Prevention: Heat & High Humidity  Modify practice or game length  Modify intensity  Use web bulb globe temperature to measure heat, humidity, and the effect the sun has on temperature.

55. Prevention: Extreme physical exertion Follow acclimation schedule –See pre-season Football regulations –Modify based on heat/conditioning

56. Prevention: Layered or rubberized clothing  Wear net-type jerseys  Wear t-shirts and shorts, no pads until acclimated  Remove helmets when not playing or scrimmaging  Avoid wearing excess clothing

57. Prevention: inadequate fluid intake  Teach: Pre-hydrate, Hydrate, Rehydrate!  Unrestricted access to fluids  Water breaks; clean and cold water  Sports drinks for practices over an hour  Weigh in – weigh out  Drink 16 ounces for each pound lost  Urine charts

59. How much should you drink? Weight divided by two = liquid ounces for you Example: 150 pounds = 75 ounces More if you are sweating!

60. drinking water or low-solute beverages well beyond sweat losses (also known as water intoxication), or an athlete’s sweat sodium losses are not adequately replaced

62. Diet & Hydration Food Choices Drink Choices Energy Drinks

63. Prevention Resources

65. Prepare: People Emergency Action Plan – UPDATED! –Emergency Personnel –Emergency Communication –Emergency Equipment –Roles of First Responders –Directions with a Map

66. Prepare: Equipment Emergency Kit  Cold water immersion tub  Water, Ice  Towels  Coolers  AED (automatic external defibrillator)  Rectal Thermometer (EMS)

67. Heat Illness: Three degrees: Heat Cramps Heat Exhaustion Heat Stroke – life threatening emergency

68. Heat Cramps: Caused by electrolyte loss Stop Activity Rest in a cool spot Replenish with fluids containing sodium

69. Heat Exhaustion:  Caused by excessive sweating  Symptoms include fatigue, light headedness, rapid pulse, NAUSEA  Stop Activity - Heat illness is progressive  Rest in a cool spot  Apply cool, wet towels  Replenish with fluids containing sodium  Monitor !

70. Heat Stroke: High body temperature (104 or higher) Individual may be disoriented, vomit, lose consciousness, shallow breathing Life threatening emergency – CALL 911 Activate EAP Immediately cool in an ice bath/cool pool Ensure temperature is reduced to 102 before transporting

72. Heat Stroke Medical Emergency Cool First, then transport Heat Stroke: Kills!

73. What Works: Education Parents – Coaches – Athletes - Schools

74. Educate Focus on what is within your control

75. What can you do? Off season Parent Meetings Reminder texts/emails to students Updates to parents

76. What can you do? School year  Educate teachers and students  Lead by example  Encourage water consumption during the school day  Ensure water is clean/accessible  Allow/encourage use of squeeze bottles in classroom  Have water available in lunch room

77. Suggestions Water Girls/Boys Parent/community assistants –Spotters –Paperwork –Weigh in/out –Communications –Snacks/Refreshments

78. For more information: WEBPAGE kendrickfincher.org EMAIL CONTACT rhonda@kendrickfincher.org kim@kendrickfincher.org