Experience Playworks at the Because KIDS COUNT conference

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On Tuesday, December 2, Playworks will be presenting The Power of Play from 1:45 to 3:15 PM in Room 108 during the Because KIDS COUNT conference taking place at the Indiana Convention Center.

Learn how to change school climate by creating a safe, inclusive environment where children receive the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical benefits of an active recess. Participants will learn the same way kids do: by playing games!  Comfortable attire is encouraged.

Do you have questions about how your kids can benefit from Playworks? Let's start a conversation. For more information about Playworks' professional development programs in the Midwest contact Roy Schlegel or call (331) 205-9677.

The Because Kids Count Conference is a two-day conference experience packed with educational workshops, nationally recognized speakers, a resource tradeshow and amazing networking opportunities. This conference is presented by the Indiana Youth Institute and the Pacers Foundation.

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