The pandemic continues to exercise a powerful influence in our lives—and more exercise for the pandemic is translating into a lot less exercise for kids. A recent study of 1,143 children ages 3 to 18 reveals that only 15% of them are meeting the recommended levels of daily physical activity, down dramatically from 54% pre-pandemic. A lack of regular exercise can have long-term impacts. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, daily physical activity not only keeps children physically healthy—reducing the likelihood of heart disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes—but also improves cognitive abilities like memory and concentration, driving better academic performance. The startling decline in reported exercise reveals, yet again, the crucial role that schools play in providing children with a well-rounded education—one that not only supports their academic growth, but is also key to their physical and emotional development. During an average week, according to a diffe...