Case Study: A Level Playing Field

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In Greenfield, Massachusetts, a partnership with Playworks New England helped transform recess from a daily friction point into a foundation for school-wide connection.
Students gained conflict-resolution skills they used throughout the school day, staff grew more confident leading play independently, and more kids found their way into games they loved. 
Read the full story to learn how it happened.

ABOUT GREENFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Greenfield Public Schools is a public district in western Massachusetts committed to supporting every student on their path to success.

Location: Greenfield, MA
Students served: 1,300+
Number of schools: 6
Grade levels: Preschool through 12th grade

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