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Trying Together and Playful Pittsburgh are seeking input on recess and play for the creation of an advocacy toolkit on the topics.

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As part of their play advocacy research, Trying Together and Playful Pittsburgh are asking parents and caregivers of children, teachers, school administrators, and community members for input.

In the survey, participants will discuss how their child’s school perceives and implements recess. Collected input will go toward devising a comprehensive, community-based Play Advocacy Toolkit that will be widely shared and easily accessible.

The deadline to complete the survey is June 21. The survey is now available to complete.

Community Conversations on Play

Parents and caregivers of children, teachers, school leaders, and community members are also invited to join Trying Together and Playful Pittsburgh for upcoming community conversations on play.

Physical movement, the freedom to play, and playful learning during the school day improves a child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills. However, many American children engage in less than one hour of unstructured play per day.

The conversations will focus on how play is an important part of a child’s school life. The events will help attendees learn how to advocate for play and developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood.

In person event
Thursday, May 30, 2024 | 5 – 7 p.m.
Spartan Community Center of Hazelwood, 134 East Elizabeth Street
Registration is now open

Dinner and child care will be provided.

Virtual event
Monday, June 10, 2024 | 7-8 p.m.
Zoom
Registration is now open.