Julia Ward Howe School
Schoolyard Completed in 2019
- “I have observed less fighting and arguing and more students running around, playing, having old-fashioned fun. Most of all, students are not trying to sneak onto their phones.”
- “Students come into the classroom excited and talking about the games they played at recess.”
- “The students are more engaged and happier.”
Insights from the Kenderton Elementary School
Schoolyard Completed in 2022.
“After returning from recess, students are able to compose themselves in a manner ready to learn.”
“Thank you for the new equipment. We really utilized the area for our annual Green vs. Gold Day; it was a smashing success!!! We appreciate having the new play area. It has become a point of pride for our school and the surrounding community.”
“Students love the trackband drums.”
Insights from the John B. Kelly School
Schoolyard Completed in 2022.
“The children love to group up and use the math maze to play a game and create and learn new math problems they didn’t know before. The race track is perfect in keeping the children active.”
“There seems to be a more controlled climate after recess since the completion of the schoolyard project.”
“Students are more engaged and less likely to get into trouble.”