NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 21, 2015
What: Park Lane Playground Grand Opening
When: Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Park Lane Elementary School
13001 E. 30th Ave.
Aurora, CO 80011
Park Lane Elementary Students Celebrate New Wheelchair Accessible Playground
Park Lane Elementary School students, staff and families are celebrating their new wheelchair accessible play area with a grand opening ceremony.
Park Lane houses a large number of students that qualify for special education services, including many who are in wheelchairs. This new playground promotes inclusiveness and includes many components that are accessible and enjoyable to all students.
The project was made possible thanks to many community partners including the City of Aurora, Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), Colorado Lottery and Lowe’s Home Improvement.
Students, parents and community members will take part in the event and share remarks about what the new play area means for the neighborhood. Park Lane provides one of the only playground facilities in the area which is affected by high poverty. Prior to 2014, updates had not been made to the play area in more than 40 years.
Families now often use the playground after school and on weekends. This increases physical activity and promotes wellness. The playground has also been an important tool for expanding outdoor educational opportunities.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
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