Fire Safety Month

October is Fire Safety Month, and we had an exciting visit from a local firefighter in our first-grade classroom! This special event was not only fun but also incredibly informative for our young learners.

Learning About Fire Safety

During the visit, the firefighter shared essential safety tips with the children. They learned about the importance of having an escape plan, the role of smoke detectors, and when it is appropriate to call 911 for an emergency. The interactive demonstrations kept the students engaged, and many had the chance to ask questions about what it’s like to be a firefighter.

Hands-On Experience

One of the highlights was when the firefighter showed the class their gear. The kids were fascinated by the heavy equipment and gear. This hands-on experience helped our students understand what firefighters do and reinforced the importance of their role in keeping our community safe.

Building Awareness at Home

We encourage you to discuss what your child learned at school about fire safety at home. Consider creating a fire escape plan together or checking your smoke detectors to ensure they are working. Engaging in these activities can help reinforce the lessons they learned and instill good safety habits.

Thank You!

We want to extend our gratitude to the Lisle Woodridge fire department for making this visit possible. It was a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn from real-life heroes in our community. We shared our gratitude with some pictures we drew as a class for Firefighter Scott to use to decorate the fire station!