Schools also involved in fighting childhood obesity epidemic Editor’s note: The responsibilities of the public school system are far-reaching. Beyond the classroom, teachers and administrators are addressing issues in which…
Playworks Search Results
“There is a third-grader at my school that loves to play four square. In fact, she plays it almost every recess. This, however, was not always the case. You see,…
https://www.playworks.org/northern-california/2011/02/01/coach-matt-combats-four-square-fears/>
Playworks is delighted to share this video showcasing our continued partnership with the Warriors Community Foundation and Salesforce during the 2020-21 school year! We are grateful for our highlighted partners,…
Playworks Indiana had a productive spring break, seeking opportunities to serve our greater Indianapolis community. Our Program Team and AmeriCorps Members teamed up to volunteer at a variety of nonprofits.…
https://www.playworks.org/indiana/2016/04/19/playworks-gives-back-during-spring-break/>
In-school coaches, training help reduce the discipline problems associated with recess – which pediatricians say is critical to healthy development, but can also be the crucible of conflicts between kids …
After serving San Francisco schools for eight years, the SF office launches its first Board of Directors. Meet our inaugural Board below: Ruth Beauchamp Ruth is a self proclaimed “evangelist…
https://www.playworks.org/northern-california/2010/10/07/san-francisco-board-members/>
The playground at Chappell Elementary School is filled with children chasing each other on the jungle gyms, playing four square and joining in on a game of soccer and kickball.…
http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id=210830>
Principal Mary Starling says, “Coach Rose is a positive breath of fresh air at Horn. She motivates the teachers to build positive relationships with their students through play and competition.”
Five tips to teach safe play at school recess.
https://www.playworks.org/resource/school-district-bans-running-at-recess/>