Playworks Southern California has just completed our first league for the 2018–2019 school year, and it included more than 350 girls from inner-city schools across LA County and Orange County…
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STORY 1 Antwon, a kindergartner, had been an active listener and participant in every class game time I had held up until about two weeks ago. His behavior changed dramatically…
https://www.playworks.org/wisconsin/2013/03/12/great-stories/>
As we reflect on the past year, there are so many moments that brought us joy. Here are ten moments that top the charts! 1. In March, one of…
https://www.playworks.org/new-england/2022/12/21/ten-joyful-moments-of-2022/>
Martha is an energetic fifth grader with a contagious smile and a love for play. At most recesses you will find her dribbling a basketball and honing her defensive skills…
https://www.playworks.org/southern-california/2011/10/07/transformation-a-road-to-confidence/>
Before even entering the gym, one can hear the faint noise of players dribbling… cheering… shooting. The familiar tune, "Space Jam," coming from small speakers in the center of…
https://www.playworks.org/texas/2013/02/12/creating-confidence-on-the-court/>
“Today is Wednesday. Are Coach L and Coach Kat from Playworks coming?” LaToya Paley, business manager at Precious Moments Learning Center, has been peppered with this question all summer. She…
https://www.playworks.org/texas/2015/08/06/summertime-play/>
There is a first grader named Nelson at my school who rarely participated in games during recess. Even during Class Game Time, he would always try to blend in with…
https://www.playworks.org/northern-california/2013/02/15/from-the-sidelines-to-the-playground/>
Celebrate Independence Day with some games this year.
https://www.playworks.org/resource/a-dozen-games-to-play-this-fourth-of-july/>
I consider myself lucky because the work that I do as an AmeriCorps member provides ample opportunity for reflection and inspiration. It didn’t take me long in this position to…
https://www.playworks.org/story-of-play/americorps-member-sees-student-leaders-potential/>