Recess for Middle Schoolers

Dear Editor,

I have an opinion and would appreciate it if you took the time to hear me out. I believe middle schoolers at Hancock Grammar School should have the opportunity to have recess and not just a ten minute break.

The first obvious reason is exercise. We all know and can stereotype teenagers. They all basically lounge around eating potato chips and watch t.v., right? Recess is a perfect time for exercise. Especially because at our short, ten minute breaks, many of us play kickball which proves that we actually like the exercise.
Now it’s time for the teachers. The only break the teacher’s get is during our ten minute break and lunch time, not to mention that some teachers are on lunch duty. But, I’m sure the teachers wouldn’t mind being on recess duty that much. It is a time to enjoy the fresh air and chat about the day while the kids get the exercise they need that they may not be able to get at home.

I know what you’re probably thinking. What with how short our classes are now, we just can’t possibly even think about making time for recess. I have taken this into consideration, and I think that getting rid of our ten minute break in the morning, shortening study hall, and shortening our first class will do. Besides, our first class seems to last forever meaning that there is enough time to be able to shorten it just a little bit.

But, let’s talk about being fair. I mean, c’mon now. While us middle schoolers are going through a constant nonstop routine, the little kids are probably enjoying themselves with their long recess. Also, they get long breaks between classes. Don’t you think it’s time for our share of fun again?



I hope you take my letter into consideration,

Regards,
Alycia W.