Updates
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March 14, 2014
Bellevue School District features Playworks in Washington State ›
The power of play has made a seriously positive impact on schools in the Bellevue School District. Located just east of Seattle, Bellevue contracted Playworks trainers to lead professional development programs for…
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March 10, 2014
Jill Vialet visits Portland and reads Recess Rules ›
Playworks Pacific Northwest had the pleasure of supporting and hosting a special book event in the Alberta Art District. Founder and CEO, Jill Vialet read excerpts from her new book…
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February 26, 2014
Visit Playworks at the 12th Annual NorthWest PBIS Conference ›
On Thursday, February 27, 2014 Playworks will be presenting Powerful Play: How Recess Can Improve School Climate at 3 pm at the 12th Annual NorthWest PBIS Conference at the Red Lion Inn on the River…
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February 20, 2014
Five Ways to support Playworks in the Pacific Northwest ›
We believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. For all our friends, supporters, and believers, you can help create a place on the…
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January 13, 2014
Standing Together ›
Playworks is proud to be a 2014 Stand Together featured partner alongside eight other great Portland area nonprofits. Beginning this month, Playworks and the Portland Timbers and Thorns FC in partnership…
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December 10, 2013
Girls get game at extravaganza ›
Playworks Pacific Northwest kicked off the new season of our girls basketball league this year with our annual extravaganza at the University of Portland campus. The event was a great…
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December 9, 2013
#1 Best Nonprofit to Work For in Oregon ›
For the fifth year, Oregon Business showcased exemplary nonprofit workplaces on their 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon project. More than 5,000 employees and volunteers from 159 nonprofits…
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December 9, 2013
Inspiring Our Next Generation ›
Portland Monthly Magazine recognized Playworks in their 2013 Light a Fire Awards. The annual awards ceremony is a celebration honoring the individuals and organizations who make Portland more prosperous, beautiful,…
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December 9, 2013
The New Look of Recess ›
Last school year, Ardmore Elementary School received a Playworks Recess Implementation training to make their playground and recess more inclusive and respectful — a place where every kid would belong.…