Isaiah’s Expanding Impact
Across the country, Playworks leverages the power of play to build thriving networks of support, empowering students to lead, teachers to connect, and school communities to grow stronger together. For Coach Isaiah Marshall, the Playworks mission comes to life in his work with thousands of students and hundreds of teachers across four schools in his community.
Explore a snapshot of Coach Isaiah’s impact by clicking on the photos below to meet the students, teachers, and colleagues who are part of Isaiah’s network.
Dive deeper into these stories of impact
Together, they demonstrate how Playworks creates inclusive, connected communities where every child feels valued and supported.
November 26, 2024
Angel Discovers Confidence as a Leader ›
One of Coach Isaiah’s proudest achievements was creating the opportunity for one of his students, Angel, to transform into a confident leader on the playground. When Isaiah first met Angel,…
November 26, 2024
Strengthening a School Through Play ›
Coach Isaiah Marshall is changing lives. Playgrounds are the foundation of many important roles at schools. They are where friendships are formed, new games are played, and life-long skills are…
November 26, 2024
Ms. White Becomes Play Advocate ›
Initially, Ms. White was unsure about how play could enhance her teaching. She was focused on strengthening her student’s academic skills in the classroom and viewed recess as a “break”…
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Isaiah’s story is just one example of the incredible impact that Playworks coaches have in communities across the country. By donating to Playworks, you can help bring coaches like Isaiah to more schools, creating environments where every child can grow, lead, and thrive.
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