Refreshing Recess: Staff and Student Feedback Outcome Study (EMCRR)

The Refreshing Recess Program for Promoting Student Participation and Enjoyment: An Outcome Study

A mixed methods design was used to explore the outcomes of a 6-week, occupational therapy-led Refreshing Recess program designed to build capacity of recess supervisors to create a positive recess experience so that all students can successfully participate in and enjoy active play and socialization with peers.

A mixed methods design was used to explore the outcomes of a 6-week, occupational therapy-led Refreshing Recess program designed to build capacity of recess supervisors to create a positive mealtime environment so that all students can successfully participate in and enjoy recess and socialization with peers. Occupational therapy practitioners provide weekly information and coaching to recess supervisors and embed weekly activities into the recess experience (e.g. team building games, strategies for including students with disabilities, etc.).

Inclusion Criteria:

• all kindergarten through 4th grade students in school where the Refreshing Recess program was offered based on principal approval
• all recess supervisors who supervised recess during program implementation

Exclusion Criteria:

- students who did not receive the school-sponsored Refreshing Recess program