Coach Chris is our resident artist. While participating in AmeriCorps service projects Chris adds his own creative flare to playgrounds by painting and designing positive images and color schemes. Chris also adorns the hallways of his school with amazing displays of playful art.
Thursday’s Coach of the Day: Coach Chris!!
September 11, 2026
Case Study: School Culture is Built on the Playground ›
How Farmington Public Schools and Playworks Michigan used playground data and hands-on training to reduce conflict, build staff confidence, and strengthen school culture from the ground up. Was the ball…
January 28, 2026
Six Signs of a Joyful Playground ›
Spotting joy on the playground is not always obvious at first glance. Sometimes it shows up in small, meaningful moments, the kind that assure you kids feel safe, connected, and…
September 30, 2025
6 Game Tips for a Strong Start to the School Year ›
We are wrapping up our back-to-school blog series with some tips to help kick off the year with play! The first few weeks of school have a huge impact on…