The City of Casey and Cancer Council Victoria have celebrated their longstanding partnership to supporting SunSmart kindergartens across Casey - and it's the kindergarten kids who got to take home the presents.
All Council-managed kindergartens embed SunSmart practices into everyday programs and learning environments. This includes a commitment from Council to ensure there are shaded outdoor areas, UV displays, sunscreen stations, and monitoring daily UV levels to support decisions around outdoor play and learning.
Cancer Council Victoria also donated a free copy of its book, Jiggle Jaggle Hop to every child enrolled in a Council-managed kindergarten, extending this important learning beyond the kindergarten and into over 3,850 homes across Casey.
Kindergarten teachers and educators also use the book alongside discussions and engaging learning experiences to help children understand the importance of sun safety.
City of Casey Mayor, Cr Michelle Crowther said Council was proud to continue this important partnership and shared commitment to protecting children's safety and wellbeing.
"We are proud that 100 per cent of Council-managed kindergartens have successfully renewed their SunSmart membership and with it a commitment to ensuring sun protection remains a priority," Cr Crowther said.
"By embedding SunSmart strategies into everyday practice, we create safer outdoor environments, reduce children's exposure to harmful UV and support children to develop healthy habits that can continue throughout their lives."
Caption: Members of City of Casey's kindergarten leadership team with Cancer Council Victoria's SunSmart Schools and Early Childhood Lead, Nicky Muir.
