Poplar Tree Birthday Treat Policy for 2018-2019

Birthday


Here at Poplar Tree, like many other schools, we have quite a few students who suffer from life-threatening allergies or medical conditions. As a school community, it is our responsibility to ensure that all students feel safe and respected in their learning environment.

Based on feedback from parents, staff and students, our birthday recognition policy is as follows: no food items (ex. cupcakes, popsicles, candy, donuts, pizza, etc.) will be allowed in the classroom or the cafeteria at Poplar Tree.  

If you would like to recognize your child’s birthday at school, please choose 1 of the options below.  

  • The class can enjoy an extra 10-minute recess break in honor of the birthday child during that week. Please send in this request to the teacher the week before your child’s birthday.
  • Donate a book to the class library. Please send in a book with your child’s name and birthday message to the teacher.  
  • Schedule a time to be a special guest reader in honor of your child’s birthday. Please contact your child’s teacher to schedule your reading time.

Poplar Tree Elementary School thanks you in advance for your support in ensuring the safety and well-being of all of our children.