Utah

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!
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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.
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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

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