DEES Nature-Based Kindergarten

As a reminder, due to the amount of time spent outdoors in this program, in all kinds of weather, appropriate gear for all seasons is vital for students’ comfort and success.

A list of gear provided by the school and a list of gear that you will need to provide, along with resources for obtaining it, is given below. We have also included The Outdoor School Shop's special DE Nature page and the code for a discount!

We do not want gear to be a barrier to your child's participation in the program. If you are experiencing difficulties obtaining the necessary gear, please reach out to the elementary office and we will work with your family to get what is needed.

The following gear will be provided for your child and will remain at school:

• Oaki one-piece rain suit

• Oaki loop-handle rain boots

• Reima lined rain mittens

Gear Provided by Family (all items must be labeled with first and last name):

• Light-weight jacket for fall/spring
  

• Knit hat for fall/spring

• Winter jacket/parka (waterproof)

• Snow pants/bibs (waterproof with reinforced knees)

• Snow Boots (waterproof)

• Warm winter hats

• Light mittens

• Heavy snow mittens (waterproof and pull up over the jacket sleeve)

• Neck gaiter or face mask (fleece is preferred and is warmer than other materials)

• Insulated water bottle
  

• Extra clothing (labeled), for when your child's clothes get wet or dirty at school.
  

There will be communication from your child’s teacher regarding gear. We'll send out the seasonal gear reminders as we enter each season.

If we notice that any gear is not working well for your child, we'll communicate that with you. Then, we can work together to see what we can do to be sure your child has a comfortable experience.