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“I’ve always known I’ve wanted to work with kids. It’s something I’ve been doing since I was six and I love it. With Playworks and AmeriCorps, I see the joy and change that kids get through play, and I can help my community.”
Edith Mordi is just one example of how Playworks and AmeriCorps partner to make a difference on the playground and in the community. A graduate of St. John’s University in Queens, New York, Edith joined the Playworks team as an AmeriCorps member in our Washington, DC schools last year.
Edith grew up with an ethic of service. Playworks combined her passion to help children with a long standing commitment to serve her community.
“I wanted that connection with kids. With Playworks I get to energize and mobilize students. I can have fun and help children grow. I get to cheer for everyone.”
AmeriCorps service is also an important part of the Playworks experience, she explains. “As an AmeriCorps member, I had the opportunity to get outside the box and help other people. The experience helps people who are committed to serve learn more about opportunities to better the world through their communities. You never know what little thing you’ve done will change other people’s lives.”
After serving through AmeriCorps, Edith remained with Playworks, where she is program coordinator at Taylor Elementary
