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Educators Praise Let Grow

Schools are Recognizing the power of independence.

We prioritize free play because, ‘Play is the work of childhood.’ The Play Club is integral to our curriculum, promoting creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, cooperation, social-emotional and motor skills.

Kevin Smith, Superintendent, Connecticut

Many kids don’t get the social interaction they need to develop into empowered adults. Play Club is an intentional way for us to provide that for our students.

Elementary School Teacher, Central, South Carolina

Let Grow is a perfect fit for all children, allowing every child and every family in our community to grow and develop into the very best version of themselves.

Review From Dr. Aurelia Henriquez, Superintendent

Dr. Aurelia Henriquez, Superintendent, New York

After my students participated in Let Grow’s initiatives, I saw a dramatic increase in their confidence level — and a dramatic decrease in their anxiety.

Review From Jodi Maurici, Middle School Teacher

Jodi Maurici, Middle School Teacher, Sayville, NY

Play Club: Discovery Ridge Elementary

Students at Discovery Ridge Elementary in O’Fallon, Missouri, were tattling and fighting more than they did before COVID and expecting the adults to soothe them. P.E. Teacher Chris Sevier thought free play might help kids become more mature and self regulating. In Play Club students organize their own fun and solve their own conflicts. An adult is present, but only as a “lifeguard.” Chris started a before-school Let Grow Play Club two mornings a week open to all the kids. He had 72 participate, with the K – 2nd graders one morning and the 3rd – 5th graders another.

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