SB578

Relative to play-based curriculum and limitations on recess periods for pupils.

Chamber Passed·2/26/26

New Hampshire SB578 mandates play-based curriculum and restricts denying recess to pupils.

New Hampshire SB578 amends the state's education code to require a play-based curriculum that supports development in physical, social, cognitive, and language domains. It mandates that educators create a learning environment based on early childhood best practices and play-based learning. The bill also establishes that pupils cannot be denied recess unless their participation poses an immediate threat to their safety or the safety of others. If recess is denied for safety reasons, school staff must make efforts to resolve the threat and minimize exclusion from recess.

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Calendar

May 4

10:30 AM

Education Policy and Administration Executive Session

Mar 30

10:20 AM

Education Policy and Administration Public Hearing

History

Jun 1

House

Conference Committee Report: Not Filed House Journal 14

May 22

Senate

Committee of Conference Meeting: 05/27/2026, 10:30 am, Room 154, GP

May 21

House

House Accedes to Senate Request for CofC (Rep. Noble): Motion Adopted Voice Vote 05/21/2026 House Journal 14