Site Coordinator Janelle Matthews was selected by Laureus USA to share her own personal story while spreading awareness about the power of play during the Mercedez-Benz USA National Dealer Meeting on June 10, 2015. Janelle spoke about her passion and dedication of being a Playworks coach to utilize play to bring out the best in every kid. Please read more about this event and Janelle’s speech on The Huffington Post.
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December 3, 2025
Leadership in Action: How Junior Coaches Are Transforming School Playgrounds ›
As I reflect on how leadership and teamwork are woven into every aspect of Playworks services, I think of one of the most powerful programs we offer at Playworks: our…
September 30, 2025
6 Game Tips for a Strong Start to the School Year ›
We are wrapping up our back-to-school blog series with some tips to help kick off the year with play! The first few weeks of school have a huge impact on…
September 23, 2025
5 Fun & Easy Recess Games to Kick Off the School Year ›
Our back-to-school blog series continues with a collection of recess games that are quick to teach and guaranteed to keep students engaged! The first few weeks of school are full…