Jonathan Gay

@childrensroom Executive Director dedicated to creating safe, supportive communities so that no child, teen, or family grieves alone.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

We are not teaching mini adults but children. Let them learn, play, and simply be children. Add an extra recess today and have a Fantastic Friday!

[Playworks New England @PlayworksNewEng]

"Play might be one of the most serious aspects of being human." This recent episode of @BBC’s The Compass explores the critical role of play and features one of our New England Coaches and Playworks founder @jillvialet! https://t.co/jk4CWePgy9

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

Looking for a meaningful opportunity that will have a real impact on children? We’re hiring! You can help local kids develop important life skills through play and managing peer leadership programs, and more. Visit https://t.co/ETVATynQCf to learn more and apply today.

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

@PlayworksNewEng is here to help you plan for a safe return to recess. We’ve applied our 25 years of experience to supporting schools throughout the pandemic and with reopening strategies. We CAN create COVID-safe opportunities for kids to play.
https://t.co/A4cWIExnHX

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

‘Boston Back In Motion’ campaign aims to keep kids active as schools reopen https://t.co/rOtPH61NKh via @BostonGlobe

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

Yesterday with our partners at @Bos_inMotion @BoksKids @BostonSchools #Health and #Wellness, we launched an effort for a month of #play #physicalactivity #movement. Sign up to participate at https://t.co/rgOnf4WLvf

[Playworks New England @PlayworksNewEng]

Today's the day! We are getting Boston Back in Motion! We are excited to join our partners across the city to get moving. Join us and @Bos_InMotion and show us your moves through the Month of April! What will you show us? #BostonBackInMotion #Playworks

[BostonPublicSchools @BostonSchools]

On this historic day, we celebrate Boston’s 55th Mayor, @MayorKimJaney — Many congratulations! Mayor Janey has built her career as a longtime education advocate and non-profit leader. @BostonSchools is so excited to work with you!

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

One more article from the @washingtonpost "Once #kids do return to in-person #school, they are going to need a lot of time to #play to process all the changes they’ve been through. This is what will help them regain a sense of security"

https://t.co/8jQj5m9cWo

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

As #schools reopen, consider this "learning through play represents best long term value for helping kids" @LEGOfoundation #ReimagineRecess #EnergizeEducation #play #learning

https://t.co/PezktdyLB5

[Playworks New England @PlayworksNewEng]

Happy #AmeriCorps week! We are big #AmeriFans of our 16 coaches. Our @AmeriCorps and @MSA coaches are silly, dedicated, and talented. In a year of unknowns, we KNOW they're making a difference in children's lives every day. If you see a coach this week, give them a #highfive!

[Playworks @Playworks]

It's @americorps Week! This year, our AmeriCorps Coaches stepped up in new and challenging ways to help us continue to provide kids safe and healthy play every day.

RT & show them some appreciation💙, whoosh claps 💨, and virtual high fives🖐.
#AmeriThanks #WeAreAmeriCorps

[Playworks New England @PlayworksNewEng]

Transitions into the class from recess can be hectic as everyone is wound up from an exciting recess. Building some of these fun techniques into your daily routine can help students prepare their bodies and minds to learn! https://t.co/bk15y5pdYB

[Kimberly Hart @KimberlyEHart]

It's so important that we take care of the emotional and mental health of our children alongside academic achievement - here is how play plays a crucial role: https://t.co/h3djsiMgaz #Playmatters #Education

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

Enjoy getting outside and #playing!

[Mozart Elementary School @themozartschool]

#AllHandsOnDeck today to ensure our Mozart play area was ready for recess and mask breaks for our in-person #ROCKstars! #BPSProud @BostonSchools @BCassellius

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

Wow! Great to see @NFL @McCourtyTwins @CBSSports highlight a #Playworks #Coach and #Teacher as an essential worker. Educators truly are this year!

[Playworks New England @PlayworksNewEng]

Thank you @CBSSports and @McCourtyTwins for honoring @Coach_DHarris and other essential workers for the impact they're creating each day.

@Patriots #inthistogether #spreadjoy #playworksforeverykid

[Global School Play @GSPlayDay]

Just a reminder, in case you thought Global School Play Day was ONLY for kids...

...adults love it too!!! Get your play groove on A WEEK FROM TODAY, 2.3.21!!! The 7th annual #GSPD2021 will be the most memorable yet. #edchat #globalschoolplayday #wellness #schools #teachers #fun

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

Excited for @Coach_DHarris interview on @OneBeadProject tonight! Senior Program Manager Dana Harris is a rockstar #leader for our @BostonSchools #students and #schools

[Playworks New England @PlayworksNewEng]

Today at 5:30, our Program Manager Dana Harris, will be interviewed by Boston students from the #OneBead organization about his work at #Playworks, his motivation for community work, and how his work has recently evolved. Click on the link below to join!

https://t.co/NPFXCusacp

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

How to stop wasting time scrolling and start finding joy in play https://t.co/9tq3N7PVFQ via @Mashable

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

Read this recently from @BarrFdn "Commit to forging deep, personal connections with every student". Truly a gamechanger! https://t.co/fegsMiTiNy

[Jonathan Gay @CoachJonGay]

Looking forward to this! @ucdavis is hosting @Playworks Founder @jillvialet for a discussion on "Why Play Works". Check out "Think. Do. Discover https://t.co/FQKSlnbEvt @Eventbrite