HUMBLE, Texas – Park Lakes Elementary School has earned national recognition for its inclusive playground, ranking second in Soliant Health’s list of the most inclusive school playgrounds in America.

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The safari-themed playground, which opened in February 2023, is designed to welcome children of all physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities. It provides a space where students can play, learn, and grow together without barriers.

“The kids don’t even walk out here; they run,” said Damarys Rodriguez, a fourth-grade teacher at Park Lakes. She shared how the playground’s accessible design allows every child to join in the fun.

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