Study champions daily, unstructured free play at school to foster physical, emotional and cognitive wellness.

Some DeKalb County parents are concerned about the school district's recent recuts to recess that limit playtime to 15 minutes a day for elementary school students. District leaders say the 15-minute ...

The AAP's new guidance is calling attention to the benefits of recess amid declines in unstructured time in schools. Here's ...

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 ...

ATLANTA — A bill that would make recess mandatory for elementary schools all across Georgia has been signed into law. Gov. Brian Kemp signed the law Monday afternoon. The law requires school districts ...

Roy A. Hunt School Principal Jeff Thimons wants kids to be kids. That’s why he rearranged his school’s schedule to include 22 minutes of recess daily, something new this school year. “We want kids to ...

DEKALB COUNTY, GA — More recess time is coming for students in DeKalb County elementary schools. After considering the benefits of unstructured play, DeKalb County officials have approved a plan to ...