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Heat Risk Response Protocol

San Juan Unified follows guidance from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and local health officials in response to high temperatures and heat-related risks to the health and welfare of students, staff and community. 

San Juan Unified monitors and utilizes the National Weather Service HeatRisk Forecast Tool to determine the level of heat risk. Response protocols are implemented according to recommendations from CDPH risk grid as conditions warrant.

Athletics programs follow guidance of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) to determine when practices and competitions may need to be adjusted due to heat. CIF guidelines take into account the needs of student athletes and utilize a measure known as WetBulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) which is a measurement of the heat stress in direct sunlight taking into account temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle and cloud cover (solar radiation).  Athletic directors and coaches have equipment to take WBGT measurements at their local location.