Statement on Recess

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This is a living document and is updated as new information about the COVID-19 pandemic evolves. Latest update 7.14.2020

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These recommendations should be considered in collaboration with local health officials who can advise on the levels of COVID-19 inSchool leaders should weigh these recommendations in concert with local health officials’ advice about COVID-19 (or other health crises) and threats to public health and healthcare system capacity: Recess should be considered a public health issue for every child.the community, the capacity of the local public health and healthcare systems, and other relevant factors.

Suggested citation: Ramstetter, C., McNamara, L., London, R., Baines, E., Beresin, A., Claassen, J., Doyle, W., Hyndman, B., Jarrett, O., Massey, W., Rhea, D. (2021). Returning to school: Make sure children have time for daily recess. Global Recess Alliance.

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