Dear John,

Naya hated fourth grade until she met Coach JT. Because of JT's support, everything changed for Naya. She learned lessons on the playground that transfer to the classroom and to life. “Never give up and do your best,” she explains. As a Junior Coach, she practices valuable skills, such as communication, problem solving, and teamwork as she plays and leads her peers at recess.

Play lays the groundwork for learning and growth both in and out of the classroom. In a 2023-24 Playworks survey <[link removed]>, 94% of educators agree that Playworks helps students develop the skills to succeed in their learning environment.

There are so many reasons we know play fuels academic
success <[link removed]>. Just as importantly, we know Playworks helps students like Naya experience joy and confidence. We even see it in the feedback we receive from our young and powerful student leaders. Naya wrote to Coach JT:

Play on,


Elizabeth Cushing
CEO
Playworks
PLAYWORKS FOR. . .
KIDS
Students Become Leaders

We build play into leadership through the Playworks Junior Coach Leadership Program. In the last school year, more than 5,100 students have participated in at least 18 hours of training and 20 hours of hands-on leadership experience. With the support of caring adults, these students are bettering themselves and their communities. Junior Coaches report positive changes in self-change, including a connection to their school. "I care about my school community."

More about Youth Leadership <[link removed]>.
SCHOOLS
Play Can Happen Anywhere
School buildings, playgrounds, and geographic climate can vary widely across the country. Play is essential for students in all schools and out of school time. Playworks has made it possible for schools to bring the joy and benefits of play to whatever types of spaces schools or community-based organizations have available--maximizing fun.

Make the most of your play spaces. <[link removed]>
COMMUNITIES
Extending the Power of Play
In the past three years, more than 6,000 people have joined us for webinars on topics ranging from playground mapping to youth leadership. Through this series, educators from across the country have gained valuable tools and tips to bring to their schools and organizations, providing more play to their communities.

View the Game Plan Webinar Series. <[link removed]>
OUR SHARED FUTURE
Certificated Recess Providers
Two years ago, community-based organizations (CBOs) across the country began a journey to bring the Playworks-inspired programming to their schools. We’ve opened up our playbook, teaching these CBOs to implement recess and leadership programs in their communities. In just a few short months, these Playworks TagTeam partners will be officially certified and running recess programs solo in their schools.

Check out Playworks TagTeam services. <[link removed]>

© 2025 Copyright   Contact <[link removed]>   Website <[link removed]>   Privacy Policy <[link removed]>

This email was sent to [email protected]. If you no longer wish to receive these emails you may unsubscribe here: [link removed].