New England
January 10, 2023
Play is a behavior that is natural and has existed for thousands of years and across species. It combines a set of made-up rules or norms and a willingness to…
December 28, 2022
Over the last five weeks, we have been exploring the concept of joy. We’ve answered check-in questions on our Instagram based around joy, heard from five Coaches on Facebook about…
December 21, 2022
As we reflect on the past year, there are so many moments that brought us joy. Here are ten moments that top the charts! 1. In March, one of…
East Boston Times
Marianne Salza
December 16, 2022
The Red Sox Foundation visited the Patrick J. Kennedy School on December 1 during the final Play Ball event of its Reviving Baseball and Softball in Inner Cities seasonal youth…
December 14, 2022
We asked students at a Playworks partner school to finish the sentence: “I love recess because…” Here are a few of their responses:
December 9, 2022
What does it mean to prioritize joy and why is it important? Kids (and adults) have been through a lot in the last few years. While still recognizing the challenges…
November 29, 2022
As we enter the last month of the year, we are thrilled to bring back the Joy Series. After a year full of transitions, growth, and exciting new changes for…
November 16, 2022
Born and raised in Watertown, Massachusetts, Renee Gaudette has worked for youth development organizations in New England since graduating college and now joins us as New England’s new Executive Director.…
November 15, 2022
What does youth empowerment look like at recess and why is it important? Every kid deserves the opportunity to shine. The playground is the perfect place to empower students and…
