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Our AmeriCorps members chose to do a year of service for a variety of reasons. Many are intrigued by the work that Playworks does and have a desire to work…

Written by Marisa Carrasquillo, member of the Playworks New England Leadership Council. Service has always been part of who I am. While I spend my days working at Blue Cross…

It’s no secret that our AmeriCorps Coaches are total rockstars. Their Program Managers have awesome things to say about them, Coach Sara shared her service story with us, and now…

Written by Sara Greene, a Playworks New England Americorps Coach at the Blackstone School in Boston, Massachusetts. I found Playworks on Craigslist of all places (I have had quite a…

The conversation about how to revitalize education most often focuses on test scores; however, an overlooked opportunity to boost learning lies outside the classroom: on the playground at recess. Unfortunately,…

What if Indoor Recess was just as active as outdoor recess, with students moving around, playing, and having positive social interactions through group games? Sounds great, but how do we…

This study explores the impact of the Boston Foundation’s investment in four nonprofits that provide structured physical activity to students in school, including Playworks.

Recess happens every day: rain or shine, snow or sleet, hot or cold weather. But what happens when weather conditions keep you inside? Can you still have an engaging, fun,…

Recess happens every day: rain or shine, snow or sleet, hot or cold weather. But what happens when weather conditions keep you inside? Can you still have an engaging, fun,…