Updates

March 24, 2014

AmeriCorps Members are Heroes ›

Guest blogger Kortney Thurman told her students about AmeriCorps, her students told her she’s a hero.

March 12, 2014

Annual Report Available Online ›

More kids than ever had a place to belong, have fun and be part of the game at Playworks last year. Through our on-site programs and through training, more than…

February 27, 2014

Nominate a Young Peacemaker ›

Student peacemakers to be honored with fellowship for education and professional development through Peace First

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junior coaches high-fiving

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February 21, 2014

Teaching kindness and resolving conflict through recess ›

WASHINGTON – Sometimes we all need to burn off a little steam. For kids, that can mean running around at recess. But a national non-profit organization working in a number of…

February 6, 2014

Recess and Physical Activity on PBS NewsHour ›

PBS NewsHour featured the Playworks program in Indianapolis, Indiana

December 11, 2013

Spread Joy, Support Playworks ›

When kids experience play that is safe and inclusive, the joy of being a child shines through. It makes perfect sense. Kids can’t wait to jump into recess when they feel there’s…

December 5, 2013

Parent Involvement Improves Schools ›

Parents for Public Schools’ Anne Foster shares how parents can make an impact in schools.

December 2, 2013

Ten Ways You Can Support Playworks ›

Support every child’s opportunity to shine on the playground

November 19, 2013

Happy Gratitude Day ›

Wednesday, November 20, 2013 is Playworks National Gratitude Day