Playworks at Aurora Public Schools

  1. Updates

Considering Playworks as an APS educator? Read more!

Playworks Colorado is excited to have the opportunity to partner with Aurora Public Schools in the 2021-2021 school year. We will work together to build on your schools existing assets to increase students social emotional skills and create safe, inclusive opportunities for play for every kid.
Welcome and overview of Playworks programming from our Program and Partnership Director, Ellen Jenks.

Playworks is validated in the market.

As kids go back to school, play will be more important than ever. Playworks CEO Elizabeth Cushing discussed with USA Today the critical role of play and recess in supporting kids through this challenging transition time. Read more here

More Updates


February 9, 2024

24 Hour Fitness Volunteers Partner with Playworks for Global Play Day ›

In celebration of Global Play Day, 24 Hour Fitness employees joined Playworks recess at a local Elementary School. Alongside students from Dalton Elementary in the Aurora Public School District, volunteers…

January 24, 2024

Indoor Recess Transition Plan ›

From snow and cold to rain, smog, and everything in between, weather can throw a wrench in your outdoor recess plans. When inclement weather strikes, transitioning to indoor play can…

December 18, 2023

Playworks recognized as a NYSS Champion ›

Playworks becomes an NYSS Champion Playworks is pleased to be recognized by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…