Cafeteria & Recess Information
Epiphany School has instituted a number of policy changes in order to provide in-person instruction during the COVID-19 Pandemic. As a result, we have changed a number of our regular cafeteria and recess guidelines that are listed below. We have made these changes to ensure proper social distancing and limit the spread of germs.We are sanitizing the cafeteria between cohorts. For more details, please read the health and safety guidelines found here.
Allergies
At Epiphany School, the health and safety of our students is a top priority. Parents must notify the school of any allergies and provide medications as prescribed by a physician.
We have policies in place to protect students with food allergies. Students may not share food. Some students may require an inhaler or EpiPen, which are stored in the school office unless a student is required to carry it with them at all times.
A list of students’ allergies is maintained in the cafeteria for reference by teachers and volunteers. For more information, please contact the School Office.
Cafeteria Rules and Expectations
All students at Epiphany School bring a packed lunch.
Talk softly.
Remain seated – Students raise their hand for help opening lunch items or to request restroom use.
Eat your own food – Students may not share food.
All students clean their own area and dispose of their own trash
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself
Respect teachers and parent volunteers.
Dismiss one table at a time – The Principal or teacher on duty will notify students when to line up.
A water fountain and water bottle filling station is available for students to use.
Hot Dog and Pizza Lunch Days
Periodically throughout the year, Epiphany hosts Hot Dog and Pizza Lunch days. Students must pre-order for these events. Order forms will be sent home by classroom teachers. Please return forms and lunch money directly to your child’s teacher.
Recess Rules and Expectations
Indoor Recess
Held in the gym during rain or when temperatures fall below 32°F. Students may bring classroom toys, games, or drawing materials.
Note to Volunteers: A diagram on the cafeteria door outlines the designated areas in the gym by grade.
Outdoor Recess
Designated Areas:
Grades KG–4 play in the front yard (along Stevenson St.)
Grades 5–6 play in the side yard (along Toolan Lane)
Students may bring balls, jump ropes, or other toys from the classroom supplies or home. They are responsible for their belongings. Students must wear weather-appropriate outdoor clothing.
Playground Rules
Remain on school grounds
Play non-contact sports and games
Leave sticks, stones, and dirt on the ground
Show kindness in words and actions
Do not hit, push, or threaten others
Line up promptly when the bell rings
Playground Discipline
Volunteers may give verbal warnings to students who break playground rules and must report incidents to the teacher on duty the same day. Teachers use a checklist system to document infractions and apply appropriate consequences.
In case of emergency, the teacher on duty carries their phone. A list of all rules and emergency procedures is available in the cafeteria and school office. Volunteers are expected to be familiar with these procedures.