School Playground Ideas and Advice for PTO and PTA Groups

PTO Today Article

The Perfect Playground Plan

How an Illinois PTA raised money and built enthusiasm for a new playground project over five years.

School Playgrounds

Building a Sensory Playground on a Budget (Yes, It's Possible)

From a sensory path and maze to a giant Jenga and outdoor Lego wall, there's no shortage of ideas when it comes to making your school playground inclusive. Here's how one school made it happen.

Playgrounds

Making Your Playground Fun for All

Time on the playground teaches kids skills they'll benefit from for life. Here's what experts say enhances kids' experience.

Tips for maintaining your school playground

Playground Companies

Playgrounds Resource Guide

Vendor listings for playground surfacing, recreational equipment, and shade products.

Communications

Playgrounds Clip Art

Free images to spice up your messages about playground events such as cleanups or fundraisers.

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New Playground Inspires Community

How one group transformed a run-down school playground into a place to be proud of.

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Playgrounds: More Than Fun and Games

Long a favorite of many kids' day, time on the playground helps students develop important skills they need in school and in life.

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Major Project: A Safe Place To Play

The long-term commitment of many parents to provide a safe place for children and the community earned the award for Outstanding Job on a Completed Major Project in the 2013 Parent Group of the Year search.

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Learning on the Playground

Many school playgrounds today offer more than a place for kids to let off steam—they’re great places for learning, too.

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Put More "Play" in Your Playground

Take your next school playground project beyond the standard fare with some fun, inclusive components that also enhance learning for students of different ages and physical abilities.

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