“If they are going to opt to do recess, they are going to be taking time from ELA (English language arts) and math, and that’s a choice I hope every teacher considers very carefully,” Kelley said.
They have obviously not read the latest on brain development, physical fitness and academics.
I spent a few days in March at Naperville, IL where PE, recess, and physical activity is paramount to learning for all, but especially for those with difficulty learning math, and reading (part of Common Core). These are the results for the Learning Readiness PE program over 5 years:
- Reading rose 1-2 grade levels
- Math scores increased 10-22%
Don't forget to get your resources for the benefits of exercise, fitness on academics at:
- NASPE Advocacy Toolkit - http://www.aahperd.org/naspe/advocacy/governmentRelations/toolkit.cfm
- Postion Statements http://www.aahperd.org/naspe/standards/PEPS.cfm
- Let's Move in Schools - http://www.aahperd.org/letsmoveinschool/about/overview.cfm
One of the main authors of the brain study on youth who exercise is Chuck Hillman and you can find one of his papers here from the Nature journal "Be smart, exercise your heart: exercise effects on brain and cognition"
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I cannot believe that they cancelled recess. I guess they don't know there is still a childhood obesity epedemic going on. Everyone needs a break from learning the everyday liberal arts and sciences classes and partake in physical activity. There are so many reasons why this is important. physical activity gives the brain a mental break to repair itself and get it ready for future learning. It helps to increase brain waves and reduce mental stress. I do not know what they are thinking. I hope that the parents get together and figure this one out.
Recess is back in Syracuse. They fixed it at the PTO meeting
Thanks for letting me know Jason!
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