New recess program keeps the peace

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Portland Public Schools Pulse
02/19/2010

If there's anyplace that kids rule, it's the playground, right? Think again. Portland Public Schools principals and teachers say they have seen big reductions in foul play, hurt feelings and fights at recess since bringing in "play coaches."

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