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First Person: Jill Vialet

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Some studies suggest that recess and physical education are on the decline in many school districts. But Oakland-based social entrepreneur Jill Vialet is working to keep play in the nation’s school playgrounds.

As part of our ongoing “First Person” interview series, we check in with the founder of Playworks about her efforts to promote recess and physical activity for kids in inner city schools across the country.

Guests:

Jill Vialet, president and founder of Playworks, an Oakland-based organization that promotes play and physical activity in low-income urban schools

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