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June 10, 2026
The World Cup is one of the few events that brings together people from nearly every corner of the globe. As teams take the pitch this summer, they represent a…
EdSurge
May 28, 2026
Increased attendance, better attention in classrooms, stronger friendships, and more engaged citizens… They are what some advocates believe are a direct impact from recess.
May 19, 2026
As the school year winds down, many educators and program staff are asking the same questions: What worked, what didn’t, and what should we do differently next year? It’s an…
May 13, 2026
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently published an updated policy statement, The Crucial Role of Recess in School, and their message is clear: recess is not a luxury or…
May 12, 2026
Reflecting on how leadership and teamwork are woven into every aspect of Playworks services, one of the most powerful programs we offer at Playworks: our Junior Coach Leadership Program. It’s…
MILB
April 30, 2026
The Playworks Youth Leadership Summit, hosted by the St. Paul Saints, brings together student leaders from elementary schools across the Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota for end-of-year recognition and a…
April 27, 2026
A lot has changed since Playworks was founded on a playground in Oakland, California in 1996. We have seen three decades of new trends, new school curricula, and new technology. …
April 14, 2026
Picture this: The ball is coming your way. This is the moment you’ve been waiting for. Your teammates are watching. The game is on the line. You take the shot……
April 1, 2026
Attendance Is Shaped by the School Experience Chronic absenteeism is one of the toughest challenges K-12 schools are working to solve. While attendance is tracked closely and tied to accountability,…
