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Goal

Research shows that physical activity and movement breaks can support students’ attention, memory, self-regulation, and readiness to learn. By creating more opportunities for meaningful, active play, students will have opportunities to return to the classroom refreshed, focused, and prepared to engage in instruction.

The project supports campus improvement efforts by promoting student engagement, positive behavior, and the development of skills that contribute to a productive learning environment. Objectives include increasing student participation in active recess, encouraging cooperation and problem-solving, and supporting students’ ability to transition successfully back to academic instruction. Progress will be monitored through teacher observations, student participation records, behavior data, and classroom engagement indicators. These measures will help determine whether access to recess equipment contributes to improved readiness to learn and supports academic success during the 2026–2027 school year. 

 

Category

PE Equipment -  

 

What will be done with my students

During the 2026–2027 school year, students will use the purchased recess balls and play equipment during scheduled recess periods. Items may include playground balls, kickballs, soccer balls, basketballs, jump ropes, and other age-appropriate equipment that encourages movement and inclusive play.

Students will participate in structured and unstructured activities that promote teamwork, communication, turn-taking, problem-solving, and sportsmanship. Teachers will encourage students to include others, resolve minor conflicts appropriately, follow game rules, and demonstrate respect for their peers. Equipment will be organized and made available for regular student use, with expectations established for safe play and responsible care of materials.

The project will begin with the purchase and organization of equipment, followed by implementation during recess throughout the school year. Teachers will monitor participation and student interactions, collect feedback, and review classroom engagement and behavior indicators at regular intervals. These ongoing observations will guide adjustments to activities and help ensure the equipment is being used effectively to support students’ physical, social, emotional, and academic development. 

 

Benefits to my Students

Students need consistent access to engaging, age-appropriate recess equipment that allows them to participate in physical activity, develop friendships, and practice important social skills. When playground resources are limited, opportunities for active play, cooperation, and positive peer interactions may also be limited. Providing additional recess equipment will create more opportunities for students to move, interact positively, and develop skills that support success both on the playground and in the classroom.

This project will benefit students by promoting physical activity, reducing barriers to participation, and encouraging positive behaviors such as sharing, teamwork, perseverance, and conflict resolution. Active recess can help students return to instruction with improved readiness to focus, participate, and learn. These skills are important for creating a supportive learning environment in which students can make academic progress.

Project success will be evaluated throughout the 2026–2027 school year using baseline and follow-up data. Measures will include student participation in recess activities, teacher observations of cooperation and peer interactions, classroom engagement following recess, and available behavior referral or incident data. Academic indicators, such as classroom assessment results and student progress toward learning objectives, may also be reviewed to identify patterns in student performance. Findings will be compared with baseline information to evaluate progress toward project objectives and identify areas for improvement.

The overall goal is to provide students with meaningful opportunities for active play that support their well-being, strengthen social skills, and promote the focus and engagement needed for academic achievement. 

 

Budget Narrative

The requested funds will be used to purchase a variety of age-appropriate recess equipment, including playground balls, kickballs, soccer balls, basketballs, jump ropes, and other items that encourage active play and student participation. These supplies will provide students with more opportunities to engage in physical activity, develop teamwork and communication skills, practice sportsmanship, and build positive peer relationships.

Having a variety of equipment available will help accommodate different interests, abilities, and grade levels so that more students can participate in meaningful recess activities. These resources will encourage students to be active, cooperate with others, resolve conflicts appropriately, and develop self-regulation skills that can carry over into the classroom.

The requested supplies will be used throughout the 2026–2027 school year to create more engaging and inclusive recess experiences. By investing in accessible play materials, this project aims to support students’ physical and social-emotional well-being while strengthening the focus, engagement, and readiness to learn needed for academic success. 

 

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