by Daisy Hammond | Dec 12, 2017 | Articles
Can eating lunch after recess affect test scores? A recent study by Ector County Independent School District Director of School Nutrition Katy Taylor shows that there is a positive association between better academic performance and recess before lunch. “While the... by Gayle Rich | Oct 24, 2017 | Articles
Creating an organized recess is one approach to ending bullying through playground games that is showing results. One Bronx elementary school has brought in a “play coach” from Asphalt Green, a nonprofit group which organizes recess games such as relay... by HTLadmin | Oct 15, 2014 | Articles
Kids are learning during recess as schools utilize coaches to engage them in learning while they are enjoying recreation. He’s not your typical coach, but Anthony Urrutia is actively helping students achieve their best game plan. One recent school day, he... by Joey Garrison | Sep 7, 2014 | Articles
A recent audit has shown that there is not enough recess time offered to elementary students in some public schools. The audit was conducted by the Metro Nashville Public Schools at the request of school board members. Many of the area elementary schools offer recess,... by Nicole Shepard | Aug 23, 2014 | Articles
Recent research by the American Psychological Association has found that gym class may curb depression among middle school students, along with recess. Having gym and recess available may be effective in staving off depression throughout adolescence. Among teens,...
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