Recess

Mister Fred Rogers, a beloved child educator, once said, "Play is often talked about as if it was a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood." Be sure to ask during your school search about the frequency and length of recess. Our students have at least thirty minutes per day of recess and they are learning wonderful life skills during that time. They are sharing, imagining, and communicating with their peers. They are growing!

An online article in the Stanford Report shared research and noted, "a high quality recess program can help students feel more engaged, safer and positive about the school day."

I am happy to report we have two new playgrounds on the lower school campus - and the students were even involved in designing them! Click here to see a fun video!

Have a great weekend!

Sincerely,
Katherine

Originally from Grosse Pointe, Michigan, where she attended an independent school from preK-12th grade, Katherine Carbo earned a bachelor’s degree in business and a law degree before returning right back to the independent school world. With experience at four different schools from coast to coast, she writes insights and observations from the front line of independent school admissions.  Mrs. Carbo is the Director of Lower School Admission & Financial Aid at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School in Alexandria, Virginia.  She may be reached at kcarbo@sssas.org.