The Edgewood Highland School community proudly announces the grand reopening of the Edgewood Highland Playground, marking a significant milestone in local efforts to enhance public spaces and support student well-being, according to a press release. After being shut down just two days before the 2023 school year, this beloved playground is now fully renovated and ready to welcome students and families once again.
The reopening is the result of a remarkable community initiative spearheaded by Bridget Graziano PTO Co-President, and now candidate for Ward 1 City Council, PTO Member Aubrey Collins, and Lammis J. Vargas current City Council Vice President (Ward 1) and now State Senator-elect of District 28. These individuals, along with five dedicated parents, worked tirelessly to secure support from the Council, funding beyond dwindling American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) monies, ensuring the playground was replaced with a high-quality, safe facility.
Vargas had been voicing for a number of months to the administration that there were much needed improvements to many recreational spaces, such as the Smith Street, DuTemple School Park, Commercial Street, and Edgewood Highland Playground, then Edgewood was abruptly shut down. Click here to read the full article in the Warwick Beacon.
