E.A.S.Y. Training for Adult Supervisors

All stakeholders within the school community play a vital role in fostering a positive recess experience. Consider the analogy of baking chocolate chip cookies: if you are missing any ingredients that your recipe asks for . . . say the chocolate chips! . . . then you know the end results will not meet your expectations.

Similarly, a successful recess relies on having all the essential "ingredients"—a dedicated Recess Team, a well-crafted Recess Action Plan, an empowered peer leadership group, a thoughtful playground map, and engaged staff members who understand their responsibilities and feel heard.

When staff members actively supervise recess with intention, engagement, and awareness, the outcome for students is notably positive. The way students return to the classroom after recess has a direct impact on their attitude and focus during the remainder of the day. Purposeful and observant adult supervision demonstrates a deep understanding of active engagement and contributes to a supportive and energizing environment for all students.

We work with the administration at your school to address all realms that support recess supervisors in creating a successful recess for all.