In an effort to address troublesome and disruptive behavior, which directly affects student performance, the Fall River School Department plans a pair of interesting initiatives aimed at addressing such issues…
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re all experiencing a new way of life. While there are shining examples of bravery and selflessness, the reality for many is that the last twenty-two…
https://www.playworks.org/new-england/2021/12/07/the-science-of-joy-and-play/>
Erin Cassedy, Virginia teacher, shares how she used the story of Playworks to teach her Middle School Language Arts class about Powerful Agents of Change
https://www.playworks.org/resource/teaching-students-the-power-of-a-changemaker/>
It is raining outside, as it usually is in Oregon. Ella, a fifth grader, sits by herself against the wall at recess. She refuses to make eye contact with any…
https://www.playworks.org/story-of-play/the-changing-playground/>
It is raining outside, as it usually is in Oregon. Ella, a fifth grader, sits by herself against the wall at recess. She refuses to make eye contact with any…
https://www.playworks.org/pacific-northwest/2018/03/05/the-changing-playground/>
Our first Coach of the Month for January is Jess Wilson. Jess is brand new to Playworks this year, but she’s stepped into Riley Elementary and thrived. Playworks SLC is…
https://www.playworks.org/utah/2013/01/23/january-2013-coach-of-the-month/>
As the 2018 “Run For Play!” LA Marathon rapidly approaches, we caught up with Playworks program manager and past marathon participant, Max Gallo. A member of the Playworks team since…
https://www.playworks.org/southern-california/2018/03/13/max-gallo-runs-play-los-angeles-marathon/>
A randomized controlled trial by Mathematica Policy Research and Stanford University evaluating Playworks shows widespread benefits including less bullying, more physical activity, and more time for teaching. A new study…
https://www.playworks.org/resource/playworks-recess-much-more-than-a-break-in-the-day/>
Show your unconditional love for kids through play
https://www.playworks.org/resource/for-the-love-of-kids-play/>