News
September 25, 2014
US Olympic Snowboarding & Freeskiing Coach Mike Jankowski Announces Laureus Foundation Support of Playworks ›
Laureus Sport for Good Foundation USA welcomed US Olympic Coach Mike Jankowski to its growing group of Ambassadors on Thursday, September 25th, at an event in Portland, Oregon. As his first act…
August 19, 2014
Back-to-School Signals Time to Think about Recess ›
National organization says safe and healthy recess critical to improving school climate; offers tips to help parents assess recess at their child’s school Oakland, CA, August 20, 2014 – With…
July 28, 2014
Playworks Comes to Georgia! ›
Playworks is extremely pleased to announce the opening of its newest region, Playworks Georgia. With senior staff hired and more folks on the way, the office has a home in Midtown…
June 10, 2014
Olympic Gold-Medal Swimmer Missy Franklin Wows Playworks Kids at Bay Area School ›
More than 150 students at Bayview Elementary School in San Pablo had the time of their lives on Tuesday, June 4th, as four-time Olympic gold-medal swimmer Missy Franklin paid a…
March 12, 2014
Annual Report Available Online ›
More kids than ever had a place to belong, have fun and be part of the game at Playworks last year. Through our on-site programs and through training, more than…
February 27, 2014
Nominate a Young Peacemaker ›
Student peacemakers to be honored with fellowship for education and professional development through Peace First
February 6, 2014
Recess and Physical Activity on PBS NewsHour ›
PBS NewsHour featured the Playworks program in Indianapolis, Indiana
December 11, 2013
Spread Joy, Support Playworks ›
When kids experience play that is safe and inclusive, the joy of being a child shines through. It makes perfect sense. Kids can’t wait to jump into recess when they feel there’s…