Recess

September - June

U1 creates safe and smooth transitions.

Our Coaches offer several unique game and activity options, facilitating the participation of students with a wide range of interests. Our curriculum promotes student participation and is designed to build confidence, hence making our students feel welcomed regardless of skill level and/or interest. While many students choose to join the games, others can utilize the designated structured “choice” area to coordinate games on their own.

The goals are to increase physical activity, encourage leadership and strengthen friendship.

Winning Steps to Success

We would start by observing your current recess structure, assess the spaces used (both indoor and outdoor), and discuss current challenges at recess with leadership, teachers, lunch staff, paraprofessionals and everyone else involved.
Define the goals of the program, map out the use of the spaces available more effectively, and plan the personalized implementation of the program. Ultimately, to encourage fun and safety and prevent / alleviate bullying.
After creating a personalized plan, we would coordinate a professional development day with paraprofessionals, lunch staff and other faculty members involved to help define roles and explain the goals of the program.
We normally send 2-4 coaches to run organized activities during recess time in clearly defined areas of the turf or yard. Our coaches help with the transitions from lunch to recess and recess back to the classroom.