The Power of Play
Commentary
"When it comes to changing schools for the better, recess and play may be one of the most powerful and underutilized tools we have," says RWJF President and CEO Risa Lavizzo-Mourey.
Social and Emotional Learning
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Playworks
September 17, 2012 | Grantee
Playworks improving the health and well-being of children through safe, meaningful play
Effects on School Climate, Academic Learning, Student Social Skills and Behavior
May 15, 2013 | Evaluation
Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University conducted a randomized controlled trial of Playworks.
Playworks Implementation in 17 Schools from 6 U.S. Cities
May 14, 2013 | Evaluation
Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University conducted a randomized controlled trial of Playworks.
New Study: Does Better Recess Equal a Better School Day?
May 14, 2013 | News Release
Randomized controlled trial of popular recess program shows widespread benefits, including less bullying, more physical activity, and more time for teaching.
Infographic: Playworks Positive Findings From A Randomized Trial Evaluation
May 14, 2013 | Infographic
Infographic about the findings from a randomized trial evaluation on Playworks.
Social Impact 100 Index
November 27, 2012 | Grant/Feature
Ten grantees from the Vulnerable Populations Portfolio at RWJF have been named to the Social Impact Exchange's S&I 100, an index of the top nonprofits having a positive impact on America's most pressing social issues.
Developing a Business Plan for Sustaining School Mental Health Services
November 7, 2012 | Report
Case Studies from The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools at George Washington University on developing a business plan for sustaining school mental health services.
Cleveland Born to Learn(TM) Program Helps Toddlers Develop Cognitive and Behavioral Skills
November 1, 2005 | Program Result Report
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland conducted a randomized, controlled evaluation of the Cleveland Eastern Suburban Born to Learn™ Program between 1999 and 2005.
Life Skills for Youths in South Central Los Angeles Housing Developments
March 1, 2002 | Program Result Report
The South Central Prevention Coalition created a series of substance abuse prevention programs for youth living in 12 low- to moderate-income housing developments in south central Los Angeles.