§ 37-171-3. Definitions

MS Code § 37-171-3 (2019) (N/A)
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(a) “Recreation” means any indoor or outdoor game or activity, either organized or unorganized, undertaken for exercise, relaxation, diversion, sport or pleasure.

(b) “School property” means all indoor or outdoor structures, facilities and land, whether owned, rented or leased by the school or school district.

(c) “Sport” means an activity requiring physical exertion and skill and which, by its nature and organization, is competitive and generally accepted as being a sport.

(d) “Shared use agreement” means a legal agreement that defines the rights and responsibilities of the school district and another organization or governmental agency for use of the school facilities for recreation or other purpose of importance to the community.

(e) “Local government entity” means any county, municipality, school district, public hospital or other political subdivision of the state.