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SB 1083 - Schools; recess periods

Tracking Level: Oppose
Sponsor: Sylvia Allen
Last Action: 4/5/2018 - Chapter 130
Senate Committee: Rules
House Committee: Rules
Assigned To:
Local ControlNext Bill

Staff Analysis of the Legislation

Under current law, recess periods are a matter of local discretion. 

Provisions: 

This bill requires school districts and charter schools to provide recess periods as follows: 

  • At least two recess periods during the school day for students in grades K-3 until August 1, 2019, and two recess periods for grades K-5 thereafter. 

  • At least one recess period during the school day for students in half-day kindergarten programs 

  • Allows participation in a physical education course and time during a scheduled lunch period to count as recess periods, so long as students are able to engage in physical activity or social interaction with other students during lunch. 

  • School districts and charter schools are not required to extend the school day to meet these requirements. 

  • Exempts middle schools, high schools, online schools, and schools where the lowest grade taught is fifth grade from these requirements. 


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Summary:

Schools; recess periods

Title:

Schools; recess periods

Introduction Date:

Tuesday, January 9, 2018