# IPA USA > International Play Association > Last updated: 2026-10-26 ## Search - Search URL: `https://ipausa.org?s={query}` ## Recent Content - [American Academy of Pediatrics Position Statement - 2026 The Crucial Role of Recess in Schools](https://ipausa.org/2026/05/13/american-academy-of-pediatrics-position-statement-2026-the-crucial-role-of-recess-in-schools/): Click here to read https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/doi/10.1542/peds.2026-077025/207527/The-Crucial-Role-of-Recess-in-School-Policy - [International Day of Play - June 11th](https://ipausa.org/events/international-day-of-play-june-11th/): How will you celebrate the 2026 International Day of Play? Theme this year: Protect Play, Protect Childhood “While the resolution to designate a ’day of play’ marks an important milestone, we acknowledge that the real work lies in translating this symbolic gesture into meaningful action on the ground. Ensuring the meaningful celebration of this day […] - [Virtual On-Demand Conference](https://ipausa.org/events/ipa-usa-virtual-conference-of-2026/): Professional Development at your fingertips! IPA Membership Price $70 + fees. Email us for the Member Coupon Code. WHAT BETTER WAY TO GET HOURS THAN TO LEARN ALL ABOUT PLAY!? ON DEMAND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Over 40 sessions available to view! Check out some of these Keynote Sessions you STILL have access to! Heather Bernt Santy […] - [2025 Awards and Recognitions](https://ipausa.org/2025-ipa-usa-conference/2025-awards-and-recognitions/): THE DOCTOR OF PLAY AWARD: Bev Bos “Though Bev may have left us, her spirit, her words, and her legacy live on. Her impact on the child’s right to play was evident as she and Michael traveled the globe, presenting practical and applicable strategies for protecting childhood and ensuring every child was seen and valued. […] - [August 5, 2025 Town Hall](https://ipausa.org/town-hall/august-5-2025-town-hall/): “How To Plan A Play Day”Presented by Lindsay DzielskiTuesday, August 5. 2025 | 6:30-8:00 PM Loading… ## Complete Sitemap For a comprehensive list of all URLs, see: https://ipausa.org/sitemaps.xml --- *This file is dynamically generated and highlights our most important content.*