Indianapolis Schools Work With Their Communities To Improve Schools
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Indianapolis Schools Collaborate with Communities for Improvement
Summary
Parkview Elementary School 81 Receives New PlaygroundOn October 2nd, Parkview Elementary School 81 will unveil a new playground, transforming an asphalt lot. This project is made possible by the partnership between the Allstate Foundation and the Injury Free Coalition for Kids at Riley Hospital, with around 50 volunteers participating.
A Community-Focused Initiative
The Allstate Foundation, a charitable arm of the Allstate Corporation, is committed to building safer communities. This year, it has allocated $370,000 to projects across the U.S., with Parkview Elementary being the sole beneficiary in Indiana. The school was selected partly because its play area has been an asphalt lot for 75 years.
Aiming to enhance safety and prevent playground injuries, the collaboration with the Injury Free Coalition for Kids brings a fresh playground design. The new area will feature SofTile, a soft rubber surface, and equipment with rounded edges for safety. Moreover, the playground will be accessible to students with special needs and constructed with durability in mind.
The Importance of Play in Education
Indianapolis Schools recognize the role of play in students' physical, developmental, cognitive, and social growth. Playgrounds serve as valuable spaces for learning conflict resolution, sharing, and building relationships. By providing time to expend energy, students can better focus on academics. Superintendent Eugene G. White emphasizes the importance of ensuring all children experience the joy of playground activities.
A Wider Community Benefit
The playground will benefit not just the 300 students at Parkview Elementary but also the estimated 1,400 children living nearby, available for use outside school hours. The Riley Hospital for Children highlights that this area has some of the highest rates of childhood injuries in the city, and the new playground aims to reduce fall-related injuries.
Indianapolis Schools Seek Tutors for New Program
In another initiative, Indianapolis Schools, in partnership with the United Way of Central Indiana, is launching a tutoring program for fourth graders. Announced on September 4th, the program focuses on enhancing reading and language arts skills. Currently, 30% of fourth graders read below grade level, and personalized tutoring in word recognition, vocabulary, and fluency is expected to boost their achievements. The goal is to enlist at least 200 tutors to volunteer one hour a week during school hours.
By working closely with the community, Indianapolis Schools continue to strive for educational excellence and safer, more supportive environments for their students.
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