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Coach on blacktop with play equipment
Coach on blacktop with play equipment

March 6, 2020

Celebrating AmeriCorps Week 2020 ›

“Everybody can be great because anybody can serve.” –Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Join us in a week-long celebration of all the contributions AmeriCorps members make in our communities. This school year,…

March 9, 2018

Playworks Celebrates AmeriCorps Week ›

Our Playworks AmeriCorps coaches make a positive impact every day at each of the schools we serve. Coaches transform schools, engage communities, and inspire youth leaders. This program is available…

April 20, 2017

Happier schools ›

Using play to develop students’ social skills and improve positive school culture

March 3, 2017

Celebrating the Contributions of our Coaches ›

AmeriCorps Week 2017

January 25, 2017

Service Unites Playworks Nation on MLK Day 2017 ›

Playworkers across the nation honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by serving beyond the playground

October 22, 2014

Re-Thinking Bullying Behavior ›

Address the root of bullying by creating a kind, inclusive environment in schools

October 2, 2013

October is Bullying Prevention Month ›

Four facts about bullying and five ways to participate in National Bullying Prevention Month.

July 7, 2013

We’re in the Superpower Business ›

How Recess Can Unlock a Child’s Strengths

May 15, 2013

To Improve School Climate and Student Learning, Examine Recess ›

Find five great tips to improve school recess from Jill Vialet on Edutopia.org