Illinois
February 11, 2025
Imagine a rainy day when outdoor recess is canceled or a play area with no traditional play equipment in sight. Even in these moments, kids, with the help of adults,…
January 13, 2025
Play is essential to a child’s development, regardless of whether it happens on a bustling playground, in a quiet classroom, or even in a small hallway. While a traditional outdoor…
November 20, 2024
Relationships are the foundation of building a shared future. Schools, as microcosms of our communities, are the perfect starting point for driving the systemic change we need. We can most…
October 21, 2024
Childhood is a time of exploration, where kids can try new things, discover hidden talents, and develop critical skills. One of the best ways to foster this growth is by…
October 10, 2024
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has been in the news recently and I wanted to take this opportunity to remind everyone that these challenges are negatively affecting our students. Our students…
September 20, 2024
A 5th grade student had Brittle Bone Disease, a rare condition where his bones are fragile and prone to fracture. In his four years at the elementary school, he had…
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September 9, 2024
The Executive Director of Playworks Illinois has been named to the 2025 IMPACT Leadership Development Program cohort. The cohorts consist of some of the brightest, most talented Black professionals in…
August 20, 2024
As students return back to school, setting norms becomes essential in easing the transition. Shared norms are important throughout the school day, from the classroom to the playground and even…
August 1, 2024
Playworks is thrilled to announce the launch of a new learning tool. SparkPlay is Playworks’ subscription-based, online resource supports the continuous learning of safe and healthy play for school and…
