Abigail MacLaren

Abigail MacLaren currently serves as the Director of Service Quality & Support at Playworks, with a comprehensive background in program management and educational leadership. Previously held roles include Emergency Management, Security & Safety Specialist at Minneapolis Public Schools, Program Director at Playworks Minnesota, and various positions within Playworks that showcased expertise in program development, team leadership, and strategic partnerships. Abigail has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing social emotional learning and program quality across numerous educational settings, managing significant relationships with school districts, and overseeing compliance with grants. An advocate for play's transformative power, Abigail holds a Master’s Degree in Youth Development Leadership from the University of Minnesota and a BA in Drama from Colorado College.