
The Winter Learning Lab is a dynamic, hands-on professional development experience designed to introduce elementary school administrators to the Playworks approach to safe, inclusive, and sustainable play.
Whether you're new to Playworks or ready to deepen your engagement, the Winter Learning Lab offers a clear entry point to meaningful, school-wide change through play.
In just 6 engaging hours, participants will:
Build foundational knowledge of Playworks' game-based, systems-driven approach
Learn strategies for improving recess through:
Participate in interactive games that connect directly to systems thinking
Gain a tangible, customized action plan for their school
Explore elements of Recess Implementation (RI), Recess Sustainability (RS), and the Power of Play (PoP)
Elementary school principals, assistant principals, deans, and decision-makers committed to improving school climate and student engagement through safe, structured play.
Let’s build better recess—together.