What is Recess?

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines recess as "A regularly scheduled period within the school day for physical activity and play that is monitored by trained staff or volunteers...Recess is a period of time when students are encouraged to be physically active and engaged with their peers in activities of their choice, at all grade levels, kindergarten through 12th grade. "

*NEW* Check out the Impact Report of the partnership between Playworks and Office of Health & Wellness. It highlights the district wide initiatives to increase access to high quality recess: Click Here to View

Recess is a necessity in schools, not a privilege. Click the image below to read the Top 10 Reasons for Recess.

BPS Moves Together Recess Planning Guide

Click above- Recess Rex will walk you through the all-access guide to recess implementation at BPS!

The Recess Supervisor Checklist

This evidence-based resources is meant to support any staff members that are supervising recess in their role in ensuring safe, inclusive play for students during recess. Brought to you by Your Therapy Source.

The Active Supervision Checklist

Looking for recess activity ideas?

Playworks is a national nonprofit that supports schools and districts to make the most of recess. Check out some of their resources below. More information can be found at playworks.org

Playworks Game Library

Playworks Playkit