New York A06939 mandates daily recess for elementary students in public schools with school days over five hours.

New York A06939 requires each school district to ensure that every public school with school days exceeding five hours provides up to thirty minutes of daily recess for students in kindergarten through fifth grade and sixth-grade students attending elementary schools. Recess must be student-directed, supervised, and held outside when possible, with indoor alternatives provided if necessary. Schools must supply play equipment and prohibit the use of electronic devices during recess.

New York A06939 mandates daily recess for elementary students in public schools with school days over five hours.

New York A06939 requires each school district to ensure that every public school with school days exceeding five hours provides up to thirty minutes of daily recess for students in kindergarten through fifth grade and sixth-grade students attending elementary schools. Recess must be student-directed, supervised, and held outside when possible, with indoor alternatives provided if necessary. Schools must supply play equipment and prohibit the use of electronic devices during recess.