Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson honors and recognizes the work of Fiesta Schoolyards on the completion of our 50th site on September 22, 2026
From left to right: City Councilmember Nina Ahmad, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, Fiesta Schoolyards Advisory Committee member, Lon Fredric Palitz; Fiesta Schoolyards Founder Elaine Lindy; Fiesta Schoolyards Executive Director, Dr. Carletta Skipworth; City Councilmember Cindy Bass; Fiesta Schoolyards co-Founder Alan Lindy, and Fiesta Schoolyards co-Founder Frank Lindy
“The Council of the City of Philadelphia does hereby honor and congratulate Fiesta Schoolyards on the completion of their 50th schoolyard and commend their outstanding contributions to Philadelphia’s children, schools, and neighborhoods. With appreciation for all you do, we extend the sincere respect and admiration of this legislative body. Congratulations!”
Councilmember Cindy Bass Introduces a Resolution to City Council honoring the work of Fiesta Schoolyards on May 1, 2025
Alan Lindy and Elaine Lindy speak at City Council on Fiesta Schoolyards
Superintendent Dr. Watlington
School District COO Theresa Fleming
Councilmember Isaiah Thomas
