A newly proposed bill in the Ohio House would introduce two 30-minute recess sessions for students in kindergarten through eighth grade, essentially doubling current playtime. The measure also expands gym credit options for high school students, potentially offering alternative paths to fulfilling physical education requirements.

The Amherst community is grieving the loss of Jason Beckman, a beloved physical education teacher and dedicated coach at Amherst High School. Beckman, 52, shaped the local sports scene by leading the school’s football and bowling teams and inspiring countless students in Western New York.