Key Points: •A petition with more than 2,500 signatures had been circulating since August regarding schedule changes. • Previously, the DeKalb County Schools District mandated 15 minutes of recess/unstructured break time for elementary students. •The updated recess time will be implemented early next year, officials said Monday.

After a Change.org petition and community appeal, the DeKalb County School District on Oct. 6 made a recommendation to extend recess time for DeKalb County elementary students.

All DeKalb County School District elementary schools will switch to a 30-minute daily recess/unstructured break beginning in January 2026, Jennifer Carraciolo, DCSD interim chief community engagement & innovation partnerships, announced during the board’s work session.

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