Changing the standard: 60 minutes of recess. Every child. Every day.

60 minutes of recess. Every child. Every day.

We’re parents, teachers, and neighbors pushing for 60 minutes of daily recess in every state.

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What we’ve done so far

Two years in, and the movement is already changing state law.

Timeline: 2024, local moms’ advocacy won more recess in Montgomery County, TN. 2025, SYTR became a 501(c)(4), grew to 16 chapters, helped expand Tennessee recess from 15 to 40 minutes. 2026, 24 chapters. 2027, more states pursue recess bills.
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Bring it to your state

Parents, teachers, and school leaders are organizing in more than 20 states. Find your chapter, or ask us about starting one.

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In the news

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Fox & FriendsParents push to restore recess time The Wall Street JournalRecess is disappearing. Parents are pushing to bring it back. TODAYWhy experts say more recess is essential for student success