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Playworks Newark Introduces Dynamic New Board of Directors

Playworks Newark is proud to announce its Board of Directors who will champion safe and healthy play in Newark and surrounding neighborhoods.

They hail from a variety of backgrounds and bring a wealth of leadership experience, wisdom and passion for improving the learning environment for our city’s students. We look forward to working with them to ensure Newark youth have the opportunity to play every day and succeed in the classroom.

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At Schools, Playtime is Over
RECESS is no longer child’s play. Schools around the country, concerned about bullying and arguments over the use of the equipment, are... More »
Newark Executive Director Brings Passion, Experience
Playworks welcomes Adeola “Ola” Whitney as the Executive Director of our new program in Newark. Ola has spent more than a decade in public... More »
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In The News

Schools try to reduce playground conflicts -- Recess coach is putting the ‘play’ back in playground
The Portland Tribune
During School Recess, New Focus on Playing Nice
NewsHour, PBS
Nonprofit group uses recess to improve classrooms
The Star-Ledger
Sports4Kids Brings Play Back to Playgrounds
Voice of America May 7, 2008

Playworks was formerly Sports4Kids. Media coverage prior to July 2009 will list the organization as Sports4Kids.