Recess Information from CPS
Warm Weather Guidelines for Outdoor Recess
  • Heat index of 90 degrees F or below: Recess should be held outdoors.
  • Heat index between 91 degrees F and 94 degrees F: Principal discretion.
  • Heat index above 95 degrees F: Recess should be held in a cool location
Cold Weather Guidelines for Outdoor Recess
  • Above 32 degrees F with or without wind chill: Recess should be held outdoors.
  • Between 31 degrees F and 15 degrees F with or without wind chill: Principal discretion.
  • Below 15 degrees F with or without wind chill: Recess should be held indoors.