Chicago Schools Contemplate Recess After Nearly 30 Years Without It

[kiml122]

So they are banning tag...WTH

[Steeltrap]

Schools should be trying to restore recess. Seriously -- if we're about fighting childhood obesity, physical activity should not be eliminated. Back in the day when I was a kid, we didn't have the 'Net or video games. We played. On the other hand, it was a safer time.

[BlessedOne04]

Originally Posted by Steeltrap

Schools should be trying to restore recess. Seriously -- if we're about fighting childhood obesity, physical activity should not be eliminated. Back in the day when I was a kid, we didn't have the 'Net or video games. We played. On the other hand, it was a safer time.

Okay so playing devils advocate what about the schools that have recess and still have a large percent of childhood obesity? What about instead having more structured gym time?

[Steeltrap]

Originally Posted by BlessedOne04

Okay so playing devils advocate what about the schools that have recess and still have a large percent of childhood obesity? What about instead having more structured gym time?

Hey, I don't give a flip whether it's free-lance recess or structured gym time. The kids need some sort of physical activity. I am speaking as someone who was a lean kid who enjoyed running. Clearly, that's changed.

[BlessedOne04]

Originally Posted by Steeltrap

I am speaking as someone who was a lean kid who enjoyed running. Clearly, that's changed.

LOL I agree!!!