Science of Play
2015-08-22 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver)
Be a kid again, and bring your kids too as we explore the science of play. Join us for an interactive and engaging discussion then take it out to the real world of the playground.
Foursquare, jump rope, tag, hopscotch—ready, set, play! See how these games benefit kids and adults in a social, emotional, and physical way.
Science of Play discussion 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Play from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Utah PlayShop
2016-04-16 07:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver)
Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop, a three-hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess and give you powerful tools to create an awesome recess program!
The PlayShop will equip you with:

Tangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately indoors and out
An inspired understanding of how recess, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate
A powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges

This training is great for principals, classroom teachers, recess staff, parent volunteers, and PE teachers!

When:Saturday, April 16, 20169:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where:Stansbury Elementary School3050 2700 W West Valley City, UT 84119

PlayShop in Utah
2016-10-28 14:30 - 17:30 (America/Denver)
In partnership with Canyon School District, Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop, a three hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess or your physical activity programming! The PlayShop will equip you with:

Tangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately
An inspired understanding of how recess, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate
A powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges
Training great for principals, classroom teachers, recess staff, parent volunteers and PE teachers!

When:Friday, October 28, 2016 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:Silver Mesa Elementary 8920 S 1700 ESandy, UT 84093

PlayShop in Utah
2017-01-13 14:30 - 17:30 (America/Denver)
In partnership with Canyon School District, Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop, a three hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess or your physical activity programming! The PlayShop will equip you with:

Tangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately
An inspired understanding of how recess, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate
A powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges
Training great for principals, classroom teachers, recess staff, parent volunteers and PE teachers!

When:Friday, January 13, 2017 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:Silver Mesa Elementary 8920 S 1700 ESandy, UT 84093
This event is now over.

Race to Reduce Bullying
2017-03-11 07:00 - 11:15 (America/Denver) | Wheeler Farm, 6351 South 900 East, Murray,, UT, 84121, United States
Many thanks to everyone who participated in our 6th annual Race to Reduce Bullying at Wheeler Farm on March 11, 2017!
Photos from this year’s race are available on Facebook, but here are a few of our favorites!

2017 race results are available online here. Stay tuned for information on next year’s race!
2017 Sponsors:

2017 Race Results
2017-03-11 07:00 - 11:15 (America/Denver)
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2017 Race to Reduce Bullying. You helped Playworks provide over 33,000 children in 58 Utah elementary schools with opportunities to engage in safe, meaningful play throughout the school day during the 2016-17 school year. On behalf of these children, we thank you! Check out Facebook for photos from the event and don't forget to keep up to date on this year's race!

Position
Bib #
Name
Gun Start
Finish
Gun Elapsed
Age
Gender
Division

1
207
Brenden Nuttall
10:04:50.521
10:24:37.876
00:19:47.355
17
M
5K

2
201
Sarah Earl
10:04:50.521
10:25:16.009
00:20:25.488
33
F
5K

3
164
Lauren Zimmer
10:04:50.521
10:25:50.007
00:20:59.486
31
F
5K

4
124
Joel Nuttall
10:04:50.521
10:26:01.086
00:21:10.565
41
M
5K

5
197
Nik Lance
10:04:50.521
10:26:46.135
00:21:55.614
38
F
5K

6
184
Dillon Jones
10:04:50.521
10:29:50.544
00:25:00.023
24
M
5K

7
192
Mathu Crandall
10:04:50.521
10:30:06.917
00:25:16.396
41
M
5K

8
163
Jordan Kent
10:04:50.521
10:30:17.406
00:25:26.885
24
M
5K

9
71
Mark Price
10:04:50.521
10:30:58.000
00:26:07.479
49
M
5K

10
83
Terry Thomas
10:04:50.521
10:31:06.235
00:26:15.714
50
F
5K

11
154
Nick Coleman
10:04:50.521
10:31:25.676
00:26:35.155
36
M
5K

12
235
Anthony Elangovan
10:04:50.521
10:31:35.212
00:26:44.691
29
M
5K

13
178
Kelli Brownlee
10:04:50.521
10:32:01.785
00:27:11.264
38
F
5K

14
223
Aaron Hayes
10:04:50.521
10:32:15.619
00:27:25.098
28
M
5K

15
225
Jason Caywood
10:04:50.521
10:32:24.135
00:27:33.614
36
M
5K

16
117
Rebecca Bennion
10:04:50.521
10:32:50.559
00:28:00.038
36
F
5K

17
118
Susan Gates
10:04:50.521
10:32:51.309
00:28:00.788
42
F
5K

18
179
Chuck Taylor
10:04:50.521
10:33:43.882
00:28:53.361
49
M
5K

19
226
Roman Caywood
10:04:50.521
10:33:49.445
00:28:58.924
11
M
5K

20
189
Brendan Toohey
10:04:50.521
10:33:53.835
00:29:03.314
26
M
5K

21
234
allie teller
10:04:50.521
10:34:02.681
00:29:12.160
28
F
5K

22
153
Ryan Rose
10:04:50.521
10:34:32.326
00:29:41.805
26
M
5K

23
119
Jamie Peterson
10:04:50.521
10:34:34.318
00:29:43.797
37
F
5K

24
116
Rachel Bennion
10:04:50.521
10:34:34.865
00:29:44.344
36
F
5K

25
73
Liam Cabarcas
10:04:50.521
10:34:38.459
00:29:47.938
16
M
5K

26
115
Mla Evans
10:04:50.521
10:34:52.177
00:30:01.656
20
F
5K

27
114
McKenzie Evans
10:04:50.521
10:34:53.093
00:30:02.572
22
F
5K

28
134
Cory Bagley
10:04:50.521
10:34:57.490
00:30:06.969
58
M
5K

29
136
Lisa Bagley
10:04:50.521
10:34:57.624
00:30:07.103
55
F
5K

30
59
Juan Carerra
10:04:50.521
10:35:09.004
00:30:18.483
43
M
5K

31
171
Adrianne Psarras
10:04:50.521
10:35:27.567
00:30:37.046
28
F
5K

32
200
Aaron Vogan
10:04:50.521
10:35:49.544
00:30:59.023
99
M
5K

33
168
Ashley Engeler
10:04:50.521
10:35:56.765
00:31:06.244
29
F
5K

34
58
Taylor Evans
10:04:50.521
10:36:41.616
00:31:51.095
35
M
5K

35
157
Blake Heldt-Werle
10:04:50.521
10:36:52.423
00:32:01.902
24
M
5K

36
158
David Heldt-Werle
10:04:50.521
10:36:53.056
00:32:02.535
54
M
5K

37
133
Ashley Windsor
10:04:50.521
10:37:17.564
00:32:27.043
99
F
5K

38
129
Fiona Todachiny
10:04:50.521
10:37:58.238
00:33:07.717
26
F
5K

39
125
Maria Trussell
10:04:50.521
10:37:58.875
00:33:08.354
20
F
5K

40
174
Adrianne Psarras
10:04:50.521
10:38:31.226
00:33:40.705
28
F
5K

41
175
Kathleen Parlette
10:04:50.521
10:38:33.658
00:33:43.137
61
F
5K

42
49
Graci Ann McDermott
10:04:50.521
10:38:37.897
00:33:47.376
8
F
5K

43
130
Alisha Begay
10:04:50.521
10:38:38.797
00:33:48.276
5
F
5K

44
84
Jonah Thomas
10:04:50.521
10:38:51.040
00:34:00.519
14
M
5K

45
204
Jyl Sorenson
10:04:50.521
10:39:04.335
00:34:13.814
40
F
5K

46
176
Ryan Harrington
10:04:50.521
10:39:06.724
00:34:16.203
39
M
5K

47
190
Billy Hennessy
10:04:50.521
10:39:08.967
00:34:18.446
38
M
5K

48
191
Pamela Hennessy
10:04:50.521
10:39:09.271
00:34:18.750
36
F
5K

49
132
Runner 132
10:04:50.521
10:39:11.125
00:34:20.604

5K

50
160
Adam Meyerd
10:04:50.521
10:39:20.356
00:34:29.835
27
M
5K

51
228
Runner 228
10:04:50.521
10:39:57.462
00:35:06.941

5K

52
227
Runner 227
10:04:50.521
10:40:06.581
00:35:16.060

5K

53
220
Katlyn Hall
10:04:50.521
10:40:52.978
00:36:02.457
22
F
5K

54
170
Veronica Aguilera
10:04:50.521
10:40:53.317
00:36:02.796
25
F
5K

55
110
Adam Trevizo
10:04:50.521
10:41:27.477
00:36:36.956
16
M
5K

56
81
Sophie Parkinson
10:04:50.521
10:41:37.345
00:36:46.824
19
F
5K

57
64
Greg Robinson
10:04:50.521
10:41:52.130
00:37:01.609
46
M
5K

58
195
Vanessa Cicero
10:04:50.521
10:41:55.763
00:37:05.242
31
F
5K

59
208
Trisha Nuttall
10:04:50.521
10:42:20.495
00:37:29.974
44
F
5K

60
229
Scott Hayes
10:04:50.521
10:43:02.384
00:38:11.863
31
M
5K

61
230
Gretchen Hayes
10:04:50.521
10:43:02.755
00:38:12.234
29
F
5K

62
48
Lily Ann McDermott
10:04:50.521
10:43:11.843
00:38:21.322
10
F
5K

63
47
DeAnna McDermott
10:04:50.521
10:43:12.545
00:38:22.024
48
F
5K

64
165
Heather Smith
10:04:50.521
10:43:22.170
00:38:31.649
25
F
5K

65
166
Jana Richardson
10:04:50.521
10:43:22.332
00:38:31.811
24
F
5K

66
147
Taylor Jacobson
10:04:50.521
10:44:21.774
00:39:31.253
99
M
5K

67
56
Roger Gaudalupe
10:04:50.521
10:45:30.041
00:40:39.520
12
M
5K

68
210
Lisa Rollins
10:04:50.521
10:45:44.482
00:40:53.961
45
F
5K

69
199
Secadio Sanchez
10:04:50.521
10:46:08.975
00:41:18.454
33
M
5K

70
198
Michelle Sanchez
10:04:50.521
10:46:10.606
00:41:20.085
29
F
5K

71
68
Ashton Robison
10:04:50.521
10:46:44.167
00:41:53.646
11
M
5K

72
67
Ayden Robison
10:04:50.521
10:46:45.379
00:41:54.858
8
M
5K

73
232
David Austin
10:04:50.521
10:46:52.107
00:42:01.586
34
M
5K

74
231
Andrea Payne
10:04:50.521
10:46:53.896
00:42:03.375
51
F
5K

75
135
Art Hancock
10:04:50.521
10:46:57.283
00:42:06.762
64
M
5K

76
236
Krystal Oyler
10:04:50.521
10:46:57.944
00:42:07.423
36
F
5K

77
43
johanna angwin
10:04:50.521
10:46:58.839
00:42:08.318
45
F
5K

78
42
clare smit
10:04:50.521
10:47:00.025
00:42:09.504
41
F
5K

79
57
Joshua Quadalupe
10:04:50.521
10:47:08.956
00:42:18.435
11
M
5K

80
183
Stacey Thompson
10:04:50.521
10:47:36.588
00:42:46.067
28
F
5K

81
182
Zach Thompson
10:04:50.521
10:47:37.715
00:42:47.194
33
M
5K

82
149
ASHLEY GARNER
10:04:50.521
10:49:33.350
00:44:42.829
28
F
5K

83
188
Annie Love
10:04:50.521
10:49:38.725
00:44:48.204
27
F
5K

84
51
Taylor Halasz
10:04:50.521
10:49:40.302
00:44:49.781
39
M
5K

85
50
Amy Halasz
10:04:50.521
10:49:41.762
00:44:51.241
42
F
5K

86
45
Teresa Smith
10:04:50.521
10:49:43.119
00:44:52.598
37
F
5K

87
62
Star Wahlen
10:04:50.521
10:49:50.505
00:44:59.984
38
F
5K

88
196
Kylee Daley
10:04:50.521
10:49:53.576
00:45:03.055
26
F
5K

89
75
Simon Avila
10:04:50.521
10:50:33.644
00:45:43.123
36
M
5K

90
74
Rachel Cabarcas
10:04:50.521
10:50:33.995
00:45:43.474
43
F
5K

91
194
Shanna LaFleur
10:04:50.521
10:51:04.457
00:46:13.936
36
F
5K

92
82
Michelle Emmons
10:04:50.521
10:53:13.847
00:48:23.326
56
F
5K

93
85
Runner 85
10:04:50.521
10:53:14.541
00:48:24.020

5K

94
206
Brook Pang
10:04:50.521
10:53:31.117
00:48:40.596
99
F
5K

95
205
Jun Pang
10:04:50.521
10:53:32.485
00:48:41.964
99
M
5K

96
140
miguel angel garcia
10:04:50.521
10:54:00.903
00:49:10.382
46
M
5K

97
46
Emily Johnson
10:04:50.521
10:54:33.924
00:49:43.403
29
F
5K

98
239
Sofia Donnelly
10:04:50.521
10:54:34.587
00:49:44.066
6
F
5K

99
177
Kimberly Ranney
10:04:50.521
10:54:34.974
00:49:44.453
31
F
5K

100
167
Natalie Jenkins
10:04:50.521
10:54:46.268
00:49:55.747
27
F
5K

101
131
Kathie Suthaso
10:04:50.521
10:55:20.791
00:50:30.270
36
F
5K

102
122
Vern Pine
10:04:50.521
10:57:44.316
00:52:53.795
48
M
5K

103
52
Jessica Doyle
10:04:50.521
10:58:23.844
00:53:33.323
33
F
5K

104
53
Ronald Doyle
10:04:50.521
10:58:25.522
00:53:35.001
32
M
5K

105
69
Gabe Downward
10:04:50.521
10:58:58.195
00:54:07.674
11
M
5K

106
66
Cashley Robison
10:04:50.521
10:59:29.344
00:54:38.823
34
F
5K

107
65
Chad Robison
10:04:50.521
10:59:30.008
00:54:39.487
45
M
5K

108
146
Carter Jacobson
10:04:50.521
10:59:51.509
00:55:00.988
99
M
5K

109
148
Steve Jacobson
10:04:50.521
10:59:52.870
00:55:02.349
99
M
5K

110
169
Heidi Sanger
10:04:50.521
10:59:53.916
00:55:03.395
43
F
5K

111
142
Carmen Uzarraga
10:04:50.521
10:59:59.466
00:55:08.945
44
F
5K

112
107
Adrian Trevizo
10:04:50.521
10:59:59.579
00:55:09.058
18
M
5K

113
159
Tiffany Burnett
10:04:50.521
11:00:15.001
00:55:24.480
29
F
5K

114
143
Francisca Miranda
10:04:50.521
11:00:19.385
00:55:28.864
65
F
5K

115
108
Ivan Trevizo
10:04:50.521
11:01:08.539
00:56:18.018
11
M
5K

116
109
Jaylynn Trevizo
10:04:50.521
11:01:14.968
00:56:24.447
16
F
5K

117
203
Tiffany Pontius
10:04:50.521
11:01:28.994
00:56:38.473
28
F
5K

118
202
Rachel Smith
10:04:50.521
11:01:33.753
00:56:43.232
30
F
5K

119
54
Dorinda Ledkins
10:04:50.521
11:01:45.305
00:56:54.784
34
F
5K

120
55
Hope Ledkins
10:04:50.521
11:01:46.425
00:56:55.904
10
F
5K

121
161
Justin Howard
10:04:50.521
11:02:08.296
00:57:17.775
32
M
5K

122
156
Dennis Dolny
10:04:50.521
11:02:41.345
00:57:50.824
60
M
5K

123
155
Ellen Dolny
10:04:50.521
11:02:41.656
00:57:51.135
62
F
5K

124
180
Christina Ameh
10:04:50.521
11:04:10.278
00:59:19.757
34
F
5K

125
181
Leila Ameh
10:04:50.521
11:04:10.577
00:59:20.056
10
F
5K

126
144
Brenda Flores
10:04:50.521
11:04:23.778
00:59:33.257
21
F
5K

127
141
Michael Flores
10:04:50.521
11:04:23.996
00:59:33.475
21
M
5K

128
145
Courtney Wailton
10:04:50.521
11:05:10.235
01:00:19.714
99
F
5K

129
172
Diana Rose
10:04:50.521
11:05:17.255
01:00:26.734
54
F
5K

130
152
Michelle Wallace
10:04:50.521
11:07:44.577
01:02:54.056
44
F
5K

131
185
Chady Hall
10:04:50.521
11:11:52.566
01:07:02.045
72
F
5K

132
187
Michele Hall
10:04:50.521
11:11:52.702
01:07:02.181
66
F
5K

133
186
David Hall
10:04:50.521
11:11:53.355
01:07:02.834
74
M
5K

134
61
Kaden Sanger
10:04:50.521
11:17:21.715
01:12:31.194
8
M
5K

Division: INC

Position
Bib #
Name
Gun Start
Finish
Gun Elapsed
Age
Gender
Division

1
70
Westin Price
10:04:50.521
10:25:17.283
00:20:26.762
14
M
INC

2
222
Kelli Kim
10:04:50.521
10:26:24.632
00:21:34.111
33
F
INC

3
221
Alex Kim
10:04:50.521
10:26:25.279
00:21:34.758
39
M
INC

4
123
Brenda Pine
10:04:50.521
10:27:51.214
00:23:00.693
52
F
INC

Many thanks go to our 2017 sponsors:

PlayShop Utah
2017-03-17 16:00 (America/Denver)
In partnership with Canyons School District, Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop, a three hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess. The PlayShop will equip you with:

Tangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately
An inspired understanding of how recess, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate
A powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges

Training great for principals, classroom teachers, recess staff, parent volunteers and PE teachers.
When:Friday, March 17, 20171:30 PM – 4:30 PM MDT
Where:Silver Mesa Elementary8920 S 1700 E.Sandy, UT 84093
This event is now over.

Play Elevated 2017
2017-10-26 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | Union Event Center, 235 N 500 W, Salt Lake City, UT, 84116, United States
Our Fourth Annual Play Elevated Gala will be held at The Union on Thursday, October 26, 2017 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
We believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid.
Play has a long-lasting and extremely transformative power not only on children as individuals but also in strengthening our communities. Playworks gives children throughout Utah the chance to grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically by getting in the game.
Your ticket will get you in the door to an entertaining and playful event with dinner, unlimited drinks, and an opportunity drawing ticket. You’ll hear directly from our students about what Playworks means to them. Play Elevated raises critical funds to support our statewide school-based programs. You don’t want to miss out on the party of the year, so buy your tickets before time runs out!
Individual: $75
Table (of 8): $500
Event is over. Check out the Play Elevated 2018 event!

Is your business or organization interested in spearheading the safe and healthy play movement? We have just the right sponsorship opportunity for you. Choose from options that range in price and branding exposure. RSVP today to reserve your sponsorship or contact Rachel Tibolla at rachel.tibolla@playworks.org or 801-590-9478 to receive more information.
Home Town Hero: $10,000
In addition to 24 tickets for your employees to attend Play Elevated, 8 educators will receive sponsored tickets to the gala. Our Home Town Hero will be given the opportunity to speak on stage and/or present an award, and will also enjoy the industry and presenting sponsor exclusivity on all materials and outreach. A company representative may be named “Host Committee Chair” on all event materials and premier branding opportunities will be available in a variety of both digital and print forms before, during and after the event. Additional opportunities to “adopt” a Playworks partner school, volunteer with kids at a Playworks partner school, and/or host a Playworks recess at your company are also available to our Home Town Hero.
Playground Champion: $5,000
As a Playground Champion, your company will receive 16 tickets to Play Elevated, along with 4 sponsored educator tickets. One company representative will be listed as “Host Committee Chair” on all event materials. Premier branding opportunities are available in a variety of both digital and print forms before, during and after the event. Additional opportunities to volunteer with kids at a Playworks partner school or host a Playworks recess at your company are also available.
High-Five Sponsor: $2,500
A High-Five Sponsor receives 16 tickets for employees to attend Play Elevated as well as 2 sponsored educator tickets. A representative will be listed as “Host Committee Chair” on all event materials and numerous branding opportunities are available through social media outlets, our website, emails and event signage.
Play Sponsor: $1,000
Our Field Sponsors will receive 16 tickets for employees to enjoy Play Elevated. Branding opportunities are included through social media outlets, our website, emails and event signage.
Table Sponsor: $500
Table Sponsors receive 8 tickets for Play Elevated and branding opportunities through social media outlets, our website, emails and event signage.

These sponsors are helping to ensure that 175,000 children in 250 schools throughout Utah will get to experience safe and healthy play by December 2020. Sign up for a sponsorship today to get in the game!

PlayShop Utah
2017-10-27 13:30 - 17:30 (America/Denver) | Silver Mesa Elementary School, 8920 South 1700 East, Sandy, UT, 84093, United States
In partnership with Canyons School District, Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop, a three hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess. The PlayShop will equip you with:

Tangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately
An inspired understanding of how recess, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate
A powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges

Training great for principals, classroom teachers, recess staff, parent volunteers and PE teachers.
When:
Friday, October 27, 2017
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM MDT
Where:
Silver Mesa Elementary
8920 S 1700 E.
Sandy, UT 84093
Register Now

PlayShop
2018-03-23 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Denver) | Silver Mesa Elementary School, 8920 South 1700 East, Sandy, UT, 84093, United States
In partnership with Canyons School District, Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop, a three-hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess. The PlayShop will equip you with:

Tangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately
An inspired understanding of how recess, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate
A powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges

Training great for principals, classroom teachers, recess staff, parent volunteers and PE teachers.
When:
Friday, March 23, 2018
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM MDT
Where:
Silver Mesa Elementary
8920 S 1700 E.
Sandy, UT 84093
Register

Race to Reduce Bullying
2018-03-24 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 South 900 East, Murray, 84121, United States
On your mark, get set, reduce bullying!
Playworks Utah’s 7th annual Race to Reduce Bullying will take place on March 24, 2018, at Wheeler Historic Farm. All runners, walkers, crawlers and four-legged friends are invited to participate in the most playful 5k in the state. Run, hop, skip and jump your way through our fun-filled course and enjoy hot cocoa, games and all the farm has to offer!
Every participant will receive a running swag bag, including a water bottle, a race shirt provided by our Apparel Sponsor, Game Gear, and the chance to win an awesome outdoor fun package, which includes four Disney park-hopper tickets valued at $628.
Playworks believes that one day every child in America will get to play—every day. In Utah, our goal is to provide 175,000 kids with the opportunity to engage in safe, meaningful play throughout the school day by December 2020. Through Playworks programming, each child identifies as an important member of the community and is empowered to be a leader both in the classroom and out. We teach teamwork, cooperation, conflict resolution, leadership, and healthy lifestyle decisions when dealing with others. Help reduce bullying in Utah elementary schools by participating in the most playful 5k in the greater Salt Lake area. Register early here to guarantee your spot!
Register Here
Time:
9:00 registration/check-in begins
9:45 pre-race stretch
10:00 5K begins

Explore
We have limited spaces available for corporate teams as well as several ways in which interested corporations can strategically partner with us that include branding opportunities, table/vendor space and product placement in runner’s packets. For more information on sponsorship opportunities please contact Rachel Tibolla at Rachel.Tibolla@playworks.org or 801.712.1169

2018 Sponsors:
Lead Sponsors:

Check out photos from last year’s race on Facebook:

Play Elevated 2018
2018-10-25 18:30 (America/Denver) | Union Event Center, 235 N 500 W, Salt Lake City, UT, 84116, United States
Our Fourth Annual Play Elevated Gala will be held at The Union on Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
We believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid.
Play has a long-lasting and extremely transformative power not only on children as individuals but also in strengthening our communities. Playworks gives children throughout Utah the chance to grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically by getting in the game.
Your ticket will get you in the door to an entertaining and playful event with dinner, unlimited drinks, and an opportunity drawing ticket. You’ll hear directly from our students about what Playworks means to them. Play Elevated raises critical funds to support our statewide school-based programs. You don’t want to miss out on the party of the year, so buy your tickets before time runs out!
Individual: $75
Table (of eight): $500
RSVP
You can find The Union Event Center parking instructions here.

Is your business or organization interested in spearheading the safe and healthy play movement? We have just the right sponsorship opportunity for you. Choose from options that range in price and branding exposure. RSVP today to reserve your sponsorship or contact Rachel Tibolla at rachel.tibolla@playworks.org or 801-590-9478 to receive more information.
Home Town Hero: $10,000
In addition to 24 tickets for your employees to attend Play Elevated, eight educators will receive sponsored tickets to the gala. Our Hometown Hero will be given the opportunity to speak on stage and/or present an award, and will also enjoy the industry and presenting sponsor exclusivity on all materials and outreach. A company representative may be named “Host Committee Chair” on all event materials and premier branding opportunities will be available in a variety of both digital and print forms before, during and after the event. Additional opportunities to “adopt” a Playworks partner school, volunteer with kids at a Playworks partner school, and/or host a Playworks recess at your company are also available to our Home Town Hero.
Playground Champion: $5,000
As a Playground Champion, your company will receive 16 tickets to Play Elevated, along with 4 sponsored educator tickets. One company representative will be listed as “Host Committee Chair” on all event materials. Premier branding opportunities are available in a variety of both digital and print forms before, during and after the event. Additional opportunities to volunteer with kids at a Playworks partner school or host a Playworks recess at your company are also available.
High-Five Sponsor: $2,500
A High-Five Sponsor receives 16 tickets for employees to attend Play Elevated as well as 2 sponsored educator tickets. A representative will be listed as “Host Committee Chair” on all event materials and numerous branding opportunities are available through social media outlets, our website, emails and event signage.
Play Sponsor: $1,500
Our Field Sponsors will receive 16 tickets for employees to enjoy Play Elevated. Branding opportunities are included through social media outlets, our website, emails and event signage.
Table Sponsor: $750
Table Sponsors receive eight tickets for Play Elevated and branding opportunities through social media outlets, our website, emails and event signage.

These sponsors are helping to ensure that 175,000 children in 250 schools throughout Utah will get to experience safe and healthy play by December 2020. Sign up for a sponsorship today to get in the game!
Special Thank you to This Year’s Sponsors:

Race to Reduce Bullying
2019-03-30 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 South 900 East, Murray, 84121, United States
On your mark, get set, reduce bullying!
All runners, walkers, crawlers and four-legged friends are invited to participate in the most playful 5k in the state. Run, hop, skip, and jump your way through our fun-filled course and enjoy hot cocoa, games, and all the farm has to offer. Every participant will receive a running swag bag, including a water bottle, a race shirt provided by Team Custom Gear, and the chance to win our Real Players Basket (including tickets to Brighton Ski Resort)!
Playworks believes that one day every child in America will get to play—every day. In Utah, our goal is to provide kids with the opportunity to engage in safe, meaningful play. Through Playworks programming, each child identifies as an important member of the community and is empowered to be a leader both in the classroom and out. We teach teamwork, cooperation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills to help kids have a better experience at school and a brighter future. Help us reduce bullying in Utah elementary schools by participating in the most playful 5k in the greater Salt Lake area. Register now to guarantee your spot!
***Event will happen rain or shine!
Register Here
Time
9 a.m. – Registration/check-in begins
9:45 a.m. – Pre-race stretch
10 a.m. – 5K begins

Explore
We have limited spaces available for corporate teams, as well as several ways in which interested corporations can strategically partner with us that include branding opportunities, table/vendor space and product placement in runner’s packets. For more information on sponsorship opportunities please contact Rachel Tibolla at Rachel.Tibolla@playworks.org or 801.712.1169

2019 Sponsors
Finish Line Sponsor
Apparel Sponsor

Race Sponsor

Race Bag Sponsors

Expo Sponsors

Let’s Play For a Generation of Impact
2020-10-08 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
How can play help kids develop, practice social and emotional skills, and get physically active in virtual or hybrid environments or in-person experiences that are COVID-19 safe?
Find out by joining Playworks and other supporters nationwide and Let’s Play!
During this unique virtual event, you will experience how play feels right now. Teachers, coaches, and kids will share their stories of the back to school journey and how play and Playworks have eased the transition. Playworks President Elizabeth Cushing will highlight the current state of the organization and our school communities, and Playworks Founder Jill Vialet will highlight her predictions for the future of play.
For almost 25 years, Playworks has leveraged the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. While historically our services have mostly been in person, we’ve transformed the Playworks experience to ensure that we can support kids and school staff in their current environment-whatever that is- and ensure they get to benefit from playing every day. We need support to be here for generations to come.
Let’s Play together to recognize this impact on the past generation and raise critical funds to support the next. Thanks to the generous support of Swapnil Agarwal for every $1 donated, Playworks will receive an additional $2, up to $100,000. If you can’t attend but still want to make a difference please donate now.
Register Now
If you can’t attend on this day, you’re in luck! We’ll be hosting a second event on Wednesday, October 7.
Register for that event here.

Playworks Utah's Play Soiree
2022-05-13 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Spy Hop Rooftop, 208 West 900 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101, United States
Join us in celebrating our 10-year anniversary in Utah!
Playworks has proudly partnered with more than 200 schools and youth development organizations to fulfill our mission, helping a generation of kids experience the joy and benefits of play. We have supported kids as they learn and develop important life skills, all while having fun and being physically active. As we look ahead, we are committed to creating opportunities for the next generation of kids to experience the joy, teamwork, and a sense of belonging in their school community that safe and healthy play encourages.
Help keep the next generation of kids playing and get in the game on May 13, 2022!
After a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are thrilled to bring back one of Utah’s most unique and fun events! In the past we’ve partied at our Play Elevated Gala, but this year looks a little different. Our Play Soiree is a smaller, more intimate version, with plenty of room to mix and mingle both indoors and out. We’re celebrating 10 amazing years in Utah, and we’re ready to party! Join us on the rooftop at Spy Hop on Friday May 13th, 2022, from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. We will continue to monitor CDC guidelines and host the event accordingly.
We’d love for you to come play! Tickets to the soiree include appetizers, drinks, entertainment, and access to our amazing opportunity drawings. You’ll also hear about how we’re helping Utah’s kids, how far we’ve come as an organization, and where we’re headed in the future. The Play Soiree helps raise critical funds to support our statewide school-based programs. Don’t miss out on the party of the year, tickets are limited!
Get your ticket!

Thank you to this year’s sponsors:
High Five Sponsor

Play Sponsor

Benjamin Rogers

In-Kind Sponsor

5 Ways to Have a Great Recess Webinar
2022-10-06
Big changes start small.
Join us as we kick-off The Game Plan, a free, four-part webinar series designed to provide practical solutions for principals, district administrators, teachers, and leaders of youth serving organizations .
During the first webinar, you will learn the 5 key components of a great recess:

Safety on the Playground
Effective Systems (play space, transitions, equipment, & visuals)
Engaged & Empowered Adults & Students
Conflict Resolution
Games, games, games, games!

Leave this webinar with a better understanding of the value of play and recess, how to identify and improve your play space, games that you can deliver right away, and how to help ensure students feel safe and engaged in play.
We’ll also discuss our Recess CheckUp, an online quiz designed to help you identify strengths and uncover areas for improvement. Get a head start by taking the three-minute check-up prior to the webinar.
The webinar will be offered twice, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST.
Register now

Learn more about the full series and other upcoming webinar topics

3 Questions to Ask About Your Indoor Recess Webinar
2022-12-07
Indoor recess doesn’t have to be intimidating.
Join us as for webinar 2 of The Game Plan, a free, four-part webinar series designed to provide practical solutions for principals, district administrators, teachers, and leaders of youth serving organizations .
During this next webinar, we will explore 3 questions to ask as you approach indoor recess:

Is it really recess?
Are you getting the most out of your space?
Who else can get involved?

Leave this webinar with a better understanding of the benefits students can enjoy even when recess is moved inside, the pros and cons of different play spaces, and the staffing and support needed for an effective indoor recess.
The webinar will be offered twice, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST.
Register now

Learn more about the full series and other upcoming webinar topics

Get Groups Engaged Through Play
2023-02-01
Keeping kids attention can be tough. Play-based practices can help.
Join us as for webinar 3 of The Game Plan, a free, four-part webinar series designed to provide practical solutions for principals, district administrators, teachers, and leaders of youth serving organizations .
During this next webinar, we will explore:

Using play-based practices to create systems to effectively manage large groups
Implementing proactive systems to address disruptive behavior before it occurs
Infusing play into the day to ensure effective communication with students

Leave this webinar with a better understanding of the group management strategies that are both fun and effective.
The webinar will be offered twice, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST.
Register now

Learn more about the full series and other upcoming webinar topics

Playground Mapping 101
2023-10-25 12:30 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Make sure your playground is prepared for play.
Join us as for the first webinar in the return of The Game Plan, a free, four-part series designed to provide practical solutions for principals, district administrators, teachers, and leaders of youth serving organizations.
During this next webinar, we will explore playground mapping.
Recess is safer (and more fun!) when games have their own dedicated locations on the playground. Learn how you can create a map for your playground that encourages safe and healthy play for all students.
The webinar will be offered twice, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST.
Register

Playing Across Age Groups
2023-12-13
There are many ways to play!
Join us as for the second webinar in the return of The Game Plan, a free, four-part series designed to provide practical solutions for principals, district administrators, teachers, and leaders of youth serving organizations.
As students grow and learn new skills, their approach to play evolves too. Discover games and resources that engage students across different grade levels, ages, and abilities.
The webinar will be offered twice, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST.
Register

Resolving Conflicts Through Play
2024-02-14 12:30 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Learn fun, easy conflict resolution techniques students can utilize!
Join us as for the third webinar in the return of The Game Plan, a free, four-part series designed to provide practical solutions for principals, district administrators, teachers, and leaders of youth serving organizations.
Disagreements on the playground can be an opportunity for children to develop healthy and productive conflict-resolution skills. Explore strategies you can use to encourage students to resolve disagreements independently and create a culture of cooperation.
The webinar will be offered twice, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST.
All webinars will last approximately one hour and will be recorded.
Register

Supporting Student Mental Health Through Play Webinar
2024-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Create a more playful environment that supports every child’s mental well-being!
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Playworks and the American Academy of Pediatrics are teaming up for a special webinar exploring the ecosystem of care for kids’ mental health and the transformative role of play.
This virtual conversation will engage medical professionals, educators, and other community leaders to shine a spotlight on the various people who form the ecosystem of care for youth and how play based practices can make a difference across all of those relationships and settings.
Attendees will:

Identify the various roles within the ecosystem of care for kids’ mental health
Learn about the benefits of universal supports and protective factors on youth mental health
Understand how play positively supports youth mental health
Take away practical tips for utilizing play in your roles

This webinar will begin at 12pm ET / 11am CT / 10am MT / 9am PT and will last approximately one hour. It will be recorded and the recording will be available following the event.
Register
Experts

Gigi Chawla, MD, MHA, pediatrician, received her medical degree and business degree from the University of MN and is the Vice President and Chief of General Pediatrics at Children’s Minnesota. In her role, she has oversight over primary care, rehabilitation services, and mental, developmental, and behavioral health, including development of an inpatient mental health pediatric unit, and partial hospitalization mental health programs. She is often called upon by the media for her pediatric expertise and is a regular contributor for the Minnesota Parent’s column and WCCO’s segment to “Ask the Pediatrician.” Her clinical areas of interest are the outpatient and inpatient care of complex special needs patients, premature infants, and ventilator dependent children. Dr. Chawla is also instrumental in advancing the organization’s forward-looking efforts around community engagement. Through internal efforts to better integrate school based care, primary care with behavioral health, social support services for families, as well as, external advocacy with government groups, she works to create an environment for child health that extends beyond the clinic. She is a Board Member and the state’s Medical Director for Reach Out and Read Minnesota. She’s been consistently named to Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine’s and Minnesota Monthly magazine’s Top Doctors annual list. In 2020, she received the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s Women in Business Honoree award; and in 2023, she received the Women’s Health Leadership TRUST Honoree award for Health and Well-Being. She is a Board Member and Vice President of the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice. She is a member of the National Quality Forum’s Prevention and Population Health Committee. She has two amazing daughters who are changing the world.

Elizabeth Cushing is CEO of Playworks, a national organization dedicated to ensuring access to safe and healthy play for all kids. During her tenure Elizabeth has led Playworks’ scaling strategy, growing from a San Francisco Bay Area-focus to a national organization reaching more than 700,000 children every year. She is an advocate for collaboration amongst youth development organizations and is committed to making sure every kid gets to play every day.

Jessica Driscoll is the Assistant Principal at Marcy School for the Arts in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Prior to her role as an administrator, Jess served as a teacher at the 1st and 2nd grade levels and worked in the capacity of both Instructional Specialist and Literacy Coach. Jess strives to create a school culture that nurtures the whole child while cultivating a strong community of students, staff, and families.

Dr. Arwa K. Nasir, MBBS, MSc, MPH is Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. She is the chair of the AAP Committee on the Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health. Her research focuses on the impact of family psychosocial wellbeing on child development and behavior, and the incorporation of family science and behavioral health into primary care pediatric practice and residency training. She is also engaged in global health research with a focus on the cross-cultural aspects of behavioral conditions and autism. Dr. Nasir spent the 2019/2020 academic year as a Fulbright scholar in Jordan teaching and researching cross cultural aspects of pediatric behavioral health.

Dr. Michael D. Patrick, Jr. is a board-certified pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He also serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine and an Attending Physician with the Section of Emergency Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Additionally, Dr. Patrick hosts the PediaCast and PediaCast CME Podcasts.

Thriving Through Play
2024-10-23 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Denver)
Get ready for the return of The Game Plan webinar series—now featuring exciting new topics! Playworks invites educators and administrators to join our free, four-part series designed to help bring the benefits of play to your school.
Play is an essential part of every child’s development, fostering social skills, creativity, and overall well-being. Learn practical strategies and insights to increase playtime at your school or site and ensure every child has the opportunity to benefit from recess.
We’ll also explore how play can create positive outcomes for kids and contribute to a healthy, engaged learning environment.
Each webinar will begin at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and last about an hour. The webinar will be recorded for future viewing.
Register

Building Positive Relationships with Play
2024-12-03 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The Game Plan webinar series is back with exciting new topics! Playworks invites educators and administrators to join our free, four-part series designed to help bring the benefits of play to your school.
Build stronger student-adult connections at recess with practical strategies for fostering positive relationships. We will explore the importance of adult buy-in and how involving adults in different roles can enhance the overall play experience.
With these strategies in place, you will be able to create a play environment where students and staff thrive together.
Each webinar will begin at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and last about an hour. The webinar will be recorded for future viewing.
Register

Adapting Play for Every Space
2025-02-19 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The Game Plan webinar series is back with exciting new topics! Playworks invites educators and administrators to join our free, four-part series designed to help bring the benefits of play to your school.
Learn how to make play work in any space, whether indoors, on blacktops or small playgrounds, or in unconventional areas.
This webinar will provide practical strategies to keep kids engaged, safe, and having fun to maximize your available space.
Each webinar will begin at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and last about an hour. The webinar will be recorded for future viewing.
Register

Youth-led Play Shapes Tomorrow’s Leaders
2025-04-16 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The Game Plan webinar series is back with exciting new topics! Playworks invites educators and administrators to join our free, four-part series designed to help bring the benefits of play to your school.
Unlock the power of youth-led play and see how it can transform your playground!
In this webinar, you’ll discover strategies to encourage children to be leaders during playtime, fostering creativity, confidence, and teamwork.
The webinar will begin at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and last about an hour. The webinar will also be recorded for future viewing.
Register

Playworks Utah - Race to Reduce Bullying 2025
2025-05-03 | Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 South 900 East, Murray, 84121, United States
Playworks Utah is hosting our Annual Race to Reduce Bullying!
Join Playworks Utah at our Race to Reduce Bullying to celebrate our Junior Coach Leaders! You can directly support our programs for elementary schools in need by racing alongside the leaders of tomorrow on Saturday, May 3. Join us for a day of positivity, fun physical activity, and recognizing our Junior Coaches in their leadership journey.

Race will begin at 9:00am!
Register

We are sending a big WHOOSH clap to our event sponsors!
Play Patron
Above the Rest Painting

Hopscotch Hero
Lee’s Market

In-Kind Sponsor
Casper’s Ice Cream

Recess Success Workshop Series
2026-09-11 - 2027-01-22
Build a stronger, more engaging recess!
Location: Indie Square, 141 5600 South #300, Murray, UT 84107

Join Playworks Utah for a three-part professional development series designed to help school staff create safe, inviting, and engaging recess environments where every student can thrive. Each workshop can be attended individually or as part of the full series, giving your team the flexibility to participate in the sessions that best meet your school’s needs.
Whether you’re a recess supervisor, paraeducator, behavior support professional, administrator, or other school staff member, you’ll leave with practical strategies you can implement immediately.
Register

Day 1: Foundations of Play – Core Strategies for a Thriving Recess
Friday, September 11, 2026
1:30–4:30 PM
Learn how to build the foundation for a successful recess by:

Implementing systems that promote a safe and healthy recess environment
Understanding how adult roles and behaviors create a culture of belonging
Learning engaging games that maximize participation and fun for all students

Day 2: Weathering the Winter – Mastering Indoor and Outdoor Play
Friday, October 23, 2026
1:30–4:30 PM
Prepare your team for colder months by learning how to:

Facilitate engaging games for both indoor and outdoor recess
Adapt activities for limited spaces and winter weather
Establish routines that help indoor recess run smoothly and successfully

Day 3: Elevating Recess – Advanced Strategies for Student Engagement
Friday, January 22, 2027
2:00–5:00 PM
Take your recess leadership to the next level by learning how to:

Reset expectations after school breaks
Reintroduce games to keep students engaged
Design tournaments and structured activities that encourage participation throughout the school year

Register
