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The school board just confirmed that our children will finally have the freedom to move and play during their daily breaks. I am incredibly relieved that my daughter and her classmates will have a chance to just be kids again because of your support.

December 11, 2008

Recess at Fairhope Intermediate School

Recess at Fairhope Intermediate School

🏆 Won — 268 supporters Verified

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Jennifer H.
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Ashley P.
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Started by Anonymous 17 years, 11 months ago
We would like to see a true recess at the Fairhope Intermediate School. A recess where kids can use their break as a time of mental rest, physical activity, social interaction, snack and freedom within standard guidelines. The idea of zero movement and extreme limited interaction before school and during recess is creating ill will towards the school and is detrimental to the academic, social, and physical well being of the children. Recess of this nature is not practiced at any other Fairhope schools or private schools in this community. If you would like this policy changed at the Intermediate School then please add your name and pass this petition on to others.

Updates

Reached 250 supporters

September 23, 2008

September 22, 2008

Watching the signature count climb reminds me of the afternoons my own kids come home drained because they were denied the chance to simply run and play. We need to keep this momentum going right now so the administration sees we are serious about restoring real recess at Fairhope Intermediate. Please send this link to a few local parents who care about our children having a healthy school day.

September 21, 2008

I have been hearing from so many of you who are watching your children lose their spark because of these restrictive rules. I am currently organizing these stories so we can present a clear picture of the frustration growing in our community to the administration.

Reached 100 supporters

September 21, 2008

6 Comments

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Sarah Hayes
17 years ago Featured

Kids are meant to run around and be kids. Sitting still all day is just not right for a growing child.

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Amanda Nash
17 years ago Featured

My son comes home so stressed out because he doesnt get to burn off any energy during the day. This needs to change immediately.

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Jessica Barnes
17 years ago Featured

WHY are we punishing them for being children? Fairhope schools should be better than this.

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Tom Zhang
17 years ago Featured

School is hard enough. Give them back their playtime.

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Mike Jenkins
17 years ago Featured

Ridiculous to treat kids like prisoners. Let them play!!

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David Nguyen
17 years ago Featured

They need this break to actually focus in class later. It makes no sense to take it away.