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Philly.com
Kristen A. Graham
January 8, 2015
At some city public schools, there is no recess at all – deep budget cuts mean there are not enough adults to monitor students’ playtime. But at McMichael Elementary in…
WISH
Lauren Lowrey
January 6, 2015
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – Winter can be a difficult time for motivating activity in kids. The cold weather entices young ones to stay inside, sometimes playing video games instead of playing…
The Desert Sun
Dave Nyczepir
December 23, 2014
When Matiana Rosales was asked to coach Cathedral City Elementary School recess, the task looked daunting. Then a school supervision aide, she was all too familiar with the flood of…
The News & Observer
Corbie Hill
December 22, 2014
The Playworks program replaces the chaos of traditional recess with something more organized, with the aim of making it a more inclusive, enjoyable time for students – one, remarkably, without…
December 18, 2014
This year has been an unprecedented one for Playworks and there is much to be proud of. From exceeding our goal of serving 450,000 kids nationwide to expanding our operations…
December 17, 2014
Help Playworks make an impact in 450,000 kids' lives across the country.
November 19, 2014
Wednesday, November 19, 2014 is Playworks National Gratitude Day
October 28, 2014
Principal Genteen Lacet Jean-Michel came to Mattahunt Elementary School in Mattapan, MA two years ago with a mission to turn around school performance. But when the students and teachers walked into school…
October 22, 2014
Address the root of bullying by creating a kind, inclusive environment in schools