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NEWS YOU CAN USE
It is the time of year to start thinking about elections. This is your opportunity to become involved in a continued transformation by being a part of the IPRA Board of Directors.
Read More...  Park & recreation agencies may apply to be recognized for their commitment to employee health & wellness. The No Employee Left Behind Award (NELB) will be presented to agencies that meet the standards and compliance guidelines developed by the IPRA Health & Wellness Committee.
Read More...  The Go! Program provides choice of where to recreate as another benefit of IPRA membership. With your involvement, we'd like to help IPRA members lead healthy lifestyles and encourage them to visit other park and recreation agency facilities!
Read More... As the first person to ever step foot in the Pottawatomie Pool, it was only fitting that Carol Swanson Glemza would work part-time as manager of the pool while she was home between breaks from college. That was 1942.
Read More... CALENDAR/UPCOMING EVENTS
The 2010 Road to Wrigley, presented by PNC Bank, will include family-friendly ticket prices, an array of activities for children of all ages and a fun atmosphere filled with traditional minor-league attractions.
Read More... The IPRA Six-County Senior Olympics provides opportunity for older adults to compete with peers in an atmosphere of friendship and support, and to receive recognition for their efforts and achievements.
Read More... Date: July 15, 10 a.m.
Location: Wheeling Park District Contact: Mike Selep (mike@ilipra.org) Contact Phone: 630-376-1911 The IPRA Board of Directors meets six to eight times per year to discuss the business of the association. This meeting will feature presentations by the Strategic Planning Advisory Committee regarding recommendations for strategic direction for the association. All BOD business meetings are open to the membership.
 IPRA and Six Flags Great America are working together to bring you incredibly low prices on admission tickets for select dates this summer!
Read More... JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Recreation Program Specialist Director of Parks & Recreation Sailing Director Restoration Technician Director of Parks & Recreation SECTION/COMMITTEE INFO
Scholarship opportunities for educational workshops, seminars and conferences are available for A&F section members. Examples of upcoming programs eligible for scholarship funds include Professional Development School, IPRA conference and various A&F section workshops. Application deadlines do apply, click here for application. Please submit completed application forms and direct any questions to Linda Straka, director of finance, Batavia Park District, at 630-879-5235 or lindas@bataviaparks.org.
REMEMBER: Application deadline for PDS (Professional Development School) is Aug. 13.
Are you a student looking for an internship? An intern looking for a job? A professional looking for an intern or new team member? Or are you just a recreation professional who likes to have a good time?
Read More... Date: June 24, 11 a.m.
Location: Richton Park, 4455 Sauk Trail Contact: Keeley Childress (kchildress@university-park-il.com) Date: June 25, 10 a.m.
Location: TBD Contact: Kathleen Talenco (ktalenco@gepark.org) Contact Phone: 630-858-2462 The Suburban Park and Recreation Association's annual showcase is a great opportunity to preview prospective acts, get information from vendors and share ideas with other recreation professionals.
Read More... RESOURCES/SURVEYS
The Lisle Park District is working on a project regarding its Financial Assistance Policy and is reviewing how much different park districts deduct for programs, events and memberships. If you have a copy of your financial assistance policy and are willing to share it, please contact Mary Shore, intern, at 630-964-3410 ext. 4388, or lpdintern@lisleparkdistrict.org. Lamp, Inc. is a long-time supporter of IPRA and its committment to professional development!
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...and, in our profession, it is time for great leaders to be courageous and face the reality that times have changed. As a result, we need to change the way our organizations function to meet the needs of citizens. In addition, we need to change the way we prepare future leaders for challenges they face today and plan for the years to come.
...in the development of exceptional parks and recreation leaders. The agencies in Illinois are filled with local, state and national leaders who continue to push to profession forward during the most challenging economic times.
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