Say YES to Recess Georgia

Say YES to Recess Georgia The aim of this organization is to increase the minimum required recess time for Elementary Schools in Georgia.

Let them play. Better attention = less disruption, more efficient learning, and better test scores! Schools that give s...
06/02/2026

Let them play.

Better attention = less disruption, more efficient learning, and better test scores! Schools that give students an hour of recess a day see decreases in off-task behavior, increases in math and reading scores, and improved health and happiness.

What are we waiting for?

The school year is wrapping up, how much recess did your kids get this year? 15 minutes? 30? Does your child’s teacher a...
04/16/2026

The school year is wrapping up, how much recess did your kids get this year? 15 minutes? 30? Does your child’s teacher always take them outside? Has anyone moved to homeschooling because of the lack of playtime?

Let’s get the conversation going. This summer we can write to our representative an prepare to speak with school leadership about the importance of recess!

Happy MLK Day from Say Yes to Recess GA! We believe that friendship and unity begins on the playground. Let’s give our k...
01/20/2026

Happy MLK Day from Say Yes to Recess GA!

We believe that friendship and unity begins on the playground. Let’s give our kids a chance to play together while at school!
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A great day at the capital! Everyone was there for Governor Kemp’s address. We caught A few senators on the Education Co...
01/17/2026

A great day at the capital! Everyone was there for Governor Kemp’s address. We caught A few senators on the Education Committee and had some really productive talks. They want to see our children succeed in school!

More recess can help with all of the areas our GA kids struggle in. An hour of recess is proven to 💪boost math and reading scores 💪lower unhealthy BMI 💪lower cortisol levels 💪increase productivity and happiness 💪 and it gives teachers back 120 minutes of instruction!

Dear parents who want more recess, we need you to speak up at your local school board meeting! The school board members ...
01/14/2026

Dear parents who want more recess, we need you to speak up at your local school board meeting! The school board members need to know this is something the community cares about. The meetings are monthly and if you are nervous we can set up a quick call to coach you on what to say.

Upcoming Meetings:
Fulton County 1/22
Gwinnett County 1/15
Fayette County 1/26
Cobb County 1/22

I only listed a few counties- if you want to speak, look up your county, there will be a meeting soon!

Hey SYTR friends! We're back and the legislative season is heating up. We're attending meetings, having conversations, b...
01/09/2026

Hey SYTR friends! We're back and the legislative season is heating up. We're attending meetings, having conversations, building connections, and sharing research. Your support can make a difference. Check out 👆🏽 for ways to help. We've also got flyers to share in public spaces and we need your voice at School Board Meetings. Let's make sure our leaders know parents care. Reach out for more info or to get involved!

Does your child ever dread going to school? Just struggle to get out the door in the morning? Georgia has a big absentee...
12/17/2025

Does your child ever dread going to school? Just struggle to get out the door in the morning? Georgia has a big absenteeism problem on all levels and recess has proven to improve attendance hugely! We are fighting for an hour of mandatory recess in elementary schools but we would love to see it for middle and high school as well!
An hour of recess is proven to 🛝decrease cortisol levels 🛝improve attention and behavior🛝lower unhealthy BMI 🛝improve math and reading scores 🛝decrease absenteeism and it’s FREE!

What are we waiting for, Georgia? Let’s say yes to recess!!

“The beneficial effects of getting just a little true play can spread through our lives, actually making us more product...
12/12/2025

“The beneficial effects of getting just a little true play can spread through our lives, actually making us more productive and happier in everything we do.” Stuart Brown MD

We want the school day to be productive AND happy. Recess is the free intervention that ✔️lowers children cortisol ✔️increases listening ✔️lowers unhealthy BMI ✔️increases attendance ✔️raises math and reading scores!

Schools that give an hour of recess a day report gaining an hour of instruction because of less time wasted! Let the kids play so they can learn.

Busy times! Don’t we know it. But the legislative session is gearing up to begin in January, and we need your help, par...
12/09/2025

Busy times! Don’t we know it. But the legislative session is gearing up to begin in January, and we need your help, parents. We are continuing to make appointments with legislators and they need to know that this issue matters to YOU! Please take a minute to email your representatives. Let them know that our children need more mandatory recess. https://www.legis.ga.gov/

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Atlanta, GA
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