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This diverse mix created an energetic and collaborative atmosphere perfect for engaging with the Power of Play.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What Made This Training Stand Out?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>High Engagement:<\/strong> 95% of participants actively joined in the games and discussions, making for a vibrant and interactive 90 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tailored Learning:<\/strong> The session sparked thoughtful questions about adapting play for students with disabilities and incorporating strategies for different learning styles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practical Takeaways:<\/strong> Participants left with actionable resources, including our game guide, to continue integrating play into their work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Through meaningful conversations, joyful participation, and practical strategies, this Power of Play training reinforced how play can transform the way we connect with and support youth.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-3911 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-300x211.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"348\" height=\"245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-300x211.png 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-1024x720.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-768x540.png 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-1536x1081.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-2048x1441.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-1535x1080.png 1535w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-1023x720.png 1023w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-682x480.png 682w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-853x600.png 853w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/pacific-northwest\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-at-12.41.23-PM-473x333.png 473w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 348px) 100vw, 348px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<h5>Want to bring a Playworks training to your staff?<\/h5>\n<h5><a class=\"button button--secondary button--primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/services\/playworks-pro\/\"><strong>Learn more about Playworks Pro<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transforming youth development through the power of play\u2014our training at the Bridge Conference brought connection, creativity, and collaboration to center stage! 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