New England
September 6, 2022
We are so excited to welcome new and returning Coaches and Site Coordinators to the Playworks New England community. Keep reading to learn about them and what they’re looking forward…
August 18, 2022
We’re in the late days of summer and the “Back to School” signs and supplies are popping up everywhere! Students and teachers are getting ready to head back to the…
August 1, 2022
After two years of isolation and adapted schooling, our students and staff spent a full year together in school buildings. We continued innovating to meet the needs of students, schools,…
July 21, 2022
Are you looking for games to play at home using only things found around your house? Look no further! In case you haven’t heard – school’s out for summer! With…
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June 22, 2022
Recess Rocks in Rhode Island champions have been named! Read more about Playworks New England’s programming in Rhode Island and the recess rockstars who help make it happen.
Being an AmeriCorps Coach at Playworks is no small feat. Throughout the year, you are asked to complete 1,700 hours of service. Weekend service projects are common, you recruit and…
June 10, 2022
On Saturday, June 4th students and families from all over Boston, Lawrence, and New Bedford gathered in celebration of the first ever Junior Coach Graduation; a day of recognition to…
June 6, 2022
Conflict is a natural part of recess (and of life). Who’s out in the game of Four Square? Which team gets to start with the ball? There are game conflicts,…
May 20, 2022
On May 14, 2022, Playworks New England hosted our Girl’s Basketball Extravaganza. Over 80 elementary aged girls from Playworks schools across Boston gathered at the Boston Center for Youth and…