A.L. Holmes featured on WDIV

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Playworks partner school A.L. Holmes in Detroit is  leveraging its recess as a strategy to improve student engagement, reduce bullying and develop future leaders. Schools with programs like Playworks help children develop skills like empathy, communication, collaboration and social responsibility – 21st century skills they us throughout their education and life.  WDIV-TV4 stopped by to check out the program.

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Indoor Recess Transition Plan ›

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December 18, 2023

Playworks recognized as a NYSS Champion ›

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Vincent speaking to students
Vincent speaking to students

May 15, 2023

Let’s Create a Brighter Future Through Play ›

I am so thrilled to continue my journey with the Playworks Michigan team after joining as Executive Director in November 2022.  After only a few months I have had the…