Insights from the School District
“I cannot say enough good things about our friends at Fiesta Schoolyards and the Lindy Foundation. We so much appreciate you being a good neighbor and a good partner to the School District of Philadelphia. It just makes me think
of all the great things we can do when we work together as partners, so thank you very much.”
Dr. Tony B. Watlington, Superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia
“The School District of Philadelphia is proud to stand beside Fiesta Schoolyards to ensure our students have the safe and welcoming spaces they deserve.
For families and neighbors this is more than just a play yard, it is a gathering space that brings pride to the community and shows that every child in Philadelphia deserves beauty and opportunity.”
Teresa Flemming, Chief Operating Officer of the School District of Philadelphia
“I want to thank Fiesta Schoolyards for selecting James R. Ludlow for this update. I know the students really appreciate it.”
Dr. Khary Moody, Ludlow School Principal
“To the incredible groups whose generosity brought this project to life, Fiesta Schoolyards and the Lindy Foundation.”
Michelle Torres, Sheppard School Principal
Insights from the Ludlow and Sheppard School
Schoolyard Completed in 2025.
“I want to thank Fiesta Schoolyards for selecting James R Ludlow for this update. I know the students really appreciate it.”
“To the incredible groups whose generosity brought this project to life, Fiesta Schoolyards and the Lindy Foundation.”
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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.”