As summer waves goodbye and students gear up for a new school year, heartbreakingly high temperatures continue to scorch much of the United States. Record-breaking heat has overwhelming many regions, prompting urgent discussions about outdoor safety, especially for student athletes. While many states and athletic governing bodies have enacted measures to shield young athletes from the dangers of extreme heat, a notable gap remains when those children transition from the playing field to the classroom. Across the nation, athletic organizations such as the National Federation of State High School Associations and numerous state health departments have established heat policies. These … Read more