Updates

A recent study by the Oregon State University College of Public Health and Human Services found that high-quality recess contributes to the executive function, emotional self-control, resilience, and positive classroom…

When kids feel included and supported at recess, they’re more likely to thrive in school and in life. Everyone deserves a chance to become the best possible version of themselves.…

Playworks is proud to receive the 2019 Top-Rated Award by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews about nonprofit organizations. “Playworks is a great example of a nonprofit making a…

Coach Chris has been a Playworks Coach since 2015 when he began as an AmeriCorps member at the Guilmette Elementary School in Lawrence. Since then, Chris was a coach at…

At Playworks, we seek out energetic, creative people who ensure every kid has the chance to play every day. Our core values of inclusion, respect, healthy community, and healthy play…

It can be hard to understand the impact that your play space has on your school’s culture and your students’ experience, and while there are a lot of solutions worth…

Recently, the Department of Justice (DOJ) reviewed evidence of the Playworks Coach program and found that the program met the criteria for a Promising Program intended to improve school attendance. …

Playworks, in partnership with the New England Revolution and Santander Bank, is committed to creating and encouraging positive environments that support inclusivity and eliminate bullying in schools. During the August…

This week, Playworks wrapped up our eighth summer partnering with the Highland Street Foundation to bring free community programming to Boston youth. Since 2012, Playworks has supported the Highland Street…