Recess Rules
Recess can occur either indoor or outdoor, depending on weather conditions and parish activities. No matter where recess is held (grass, blacktop, or indoors), students are expected to play in the designated areas.
Outdoor Recess:
Students usually play on the grass unless the ground becomes saturated with water, resulting in muddy conditions. When grass is saturated, recess is moved to the parking lot. For reasons of safety, students are prohibited from being in the driveway, near the school or church, and near parked cars. Playing football, lacrosse, and dodge ball is prohibited regardless of the area. Students may engage in playing soccer whether on the grassy area or the blacktop. Kickball may be played on the grassy area. If rough play resulting in injuries or potential injuries occurs, students may be restricted from playing these games. Playing catch is permitted as long as the balls used are not hard enough to potentially hurt a student. If any balls go into the woods or the pond, students may NOT go to retrieve them. Playing on the parking lot provides the opportunity for students to play checkers, 4-square, hopscotch, and other games. Students are expected to display fair play and good sportsmanship during all recess periods.
Indoor Recess:
The stage should not be used without permission. Only the two lower rows of bleachers may be used. There should be no running. No balls or other objects may be thrown except for games designated below. Wall Ball is not permitted. Consideration and respect for others is expected in manners, tone of voice, and all behaviors.
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Grades 1-2 may play Free Throw.
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Grades 3-4 may play Four Square or Lightning.
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Grades 5-8 may play Lightning.
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