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Recess Took a Break in Some Schools. A Push is On to Bring It Back.

Advocates believe recess is just as beneficial as classroom time for children's learning. Increased attendance, better ...

Recess is disappearing. Pediatricians say that’s a problem

Tyler Roberto only needs a few seconds to scan across Crafton Elementary’s school playground to highlight the lessons she ...

Lockhart ISD launches initiative to cut screen time, boost recess and outdoor play

The Lockhart Independent School District board voted unanimously Monday to launch an initiative for the 2026–2027 school year ...

Pediatricians just declared recess a health necessity. States should treat it that way

For the first time in 13 years, the American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new guidance on recess, declaring what many ...

Westmont Hilltop parents lead effort to expand recess for fifth, sixth graders

Westmont Hilltop parents are trying to expand recess options for fifth and sixth graders at the elementary school. According to our media partners at The Tribune-Democrat, over the past year, Leanna ...
AOL

Recess should be mandatory for all elementary school students

Imagine you’re six years old, trying your best at school: sitting still, keeping your hands to yourself, listening to your teacher. Now imagine after hours of that, when recess finally arrives — your ...
KSAT

Pediatrics group issues new guidance on recess for the first time in 13 years

KSAT Connect users shared their Spurs pride ahead of Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday. KSAT Connect: Viewers share Spurs pride ahead of Game 7 against OKC Thunder Read full article ...