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Los Angeles Highlights

We are hearing terrific feedback from our principals, ...

In just the first two months of operations in Los Angeles, the impact the Playworks Program is having in our LA...

It’s back to school in the Los Angeles area, and for the first time Playworks will be part of the playground in the Southland.

Playworks is bringing play to a dozen schools in the LA area this...

Playworks successfully wrapped up a whirlwind of Recess Roll-Outs at 10 low-income Los Angeles area public and charter schools this spring, giving principals a...

Baltimore’s Tammie Miller Named Most Valuable Principal

Tammie Miller from Baltimore’s Gardenville Elementary was recognized as the Most Valuable Principal in the Playworks’ network of schools. Ms. Miller, a first-year Playworks principal, was honored at the 2009 Get in the Game dinner for her dynamic way of building play into the culture of her school. According to Playworks Program Manager Laura Deeprose, “Principal Miller welcomed us with open arms and engaged the entire school with all the different aspects that we offer.

Report: Schools not devoting energy, money to recess

A new national report on recess sheds light on the importance of the traditional activity, while criticizing school systems like D.C.’s that neither devote separate funds nor have set standards for recess.
 

Baltimore Staff

The key to our success is the incredible enthusiasm and dedication of the Playworks staff. Meet the people who are bringing play to Baltimore:

Laura Deeprose

Program Manager
Playworks

Laura Deeprose was a program coordinator at Moravia Park Primary School before moving into the program manager position. Laura currently supports eight coaches in Baltimore City Public Schools, and can't wait until they spread the mission of Playworks throughout the Charm City! She loves to be out at her schools, seeing firsthand the impact Playworks is having on children.

Casey Kuzio

Program Manager
Playworks

Casey Kuzio moved to Baltimore to work with Playworks after spending two years teaching seventh grade in Chicago. Much happier leading games at recess than she was organizing a classroom, Casey embraces the diverse, playful culture of Playworks and loves her job! Casey also loves being the lead receiver on her touch football team, weekly games of trivia and curling up with a good book.

Honour McClellan

Program Director
Playworks

Honour McClellan was a launch year program coordinator and program manager in Baltimore before moving into her current role. As program director, Honour manages three program managers, participates in curriculum development, and facilitates staff and teacher trainings. As a mother, Honour understands the power of play and is thrilled to be sharing it with all the kids in Baltimore City Public Schools.

Dwight Phyall

Program Manager
Playworks

Dwight Phyall spent a year as a program coordinator at Dr. Rayner Browne Academy in East Baltimore. He now supports eight program coordinators in their quest to positively impact the lives of children and the surrounding community. Aside from preparing his living room for NFL games, Dwight is excited about his role within the organization and is looking forward to growing both professionally and personally.

What's New in Baltimore

Playworks Baltimore is moving!  Don’t worry, we are still going to putting the play back in 26 playgrounds across the city in 2009-10.  However, as of July 1st, 2009, we will be headquartered at Miller’s Court at 26th and Howard Streets.

Baltimore Events

Upcoming Events

First Day of School in Baltimore City Public Schools: August 31

Past Events

Mark your calendar for the 3rd annual Playworks Baltimore Corporate Kickball tournament on Saturday, June 12th from 12pm - 4pm at Utz Field in Patterson Park. 

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Baltimore Local Supporters

Supporters
Since 2005, Playworks Baltimore has benefited from the support from the following philanthropic and government organizations: 

Baltimore League Schedule

Playworks league play will resume in the fall, when school starts up.  Stay tuned for schedules.

Dwight Phyall

Dwight Phyall spent a year as a program coordinator at Dr. Rayner Browne Academy in East Baltimore. He now supports eight program coordinators in their quest to positively impact the lives of children and the surrounding community. Aside from preparing his living room for NFL games, Dwight is excited about his role within the organization and is looking forward to growing both professionally and personally.

Honour McClellan

Honour McClellan was a launch year program coordinator and program manager in Baltimore before moving into her current role. As program director, Honour manages three program managers, participates in curriculum development, and facilitates staff and teacher trainings. As a mother, Honour understands the power of play and is thrilled to be sharing it with all the kids in Baltimore City Public Schools.

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