08/07/2026
You know our students get outside. I'd like to share one of the reasons😀
Our skin is able to produce Vitamin D when exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D helps our bodies absorb calcium, which is essential to strong bones in our students. You can read about this and a few other benefits in this article. https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/benefits-of-outdoor-play-for-children There is growing concern that children as a whole may not be getting enough Vitamin D, but I'm pretty sure that's not true for our students! Read more in this article. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/08/090803083633.htm
Breadcrumb Home News & Insights Benefits of Outdoor Play for Children July 11, 2019 By uclahealth 2 min read According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children need physical activity to promote healthy growth and development. Playing outdoors fosters higher levels of physical...
