Guest Post - Questions from A Soccer Mom

Today seems to be my day for turf.

Blair HS began tearing up their football field in preparation for the turf installation by the Parks Department. That brings the total up to three turf fields in Montgomery County high school athletic departments.

And, the following You Tube clip below was left in a comment on this website.

Its very powerful. Very factual, and yes, very long.

Once again, its courtesy of our friends from Mount Sinai Medical School's Children's Environmental Health Center.

Note that the poster asked to remain anonymous - because the turf industry is powerful.

So is the message imparted in this clip.

Its time to get serious folks. Even if your child doesn't play sports, your child will be exposed. In high school, fields are used for pep rallies, fire drill waiting areas, and much more than just sports. Will MCPS ensure that our students "dust off" their clothing every time they use the fields for non-athletic purposes?

Start asking questions. Lots of them. Lets keep our kids safe and healthy.