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NEWS YOU CAN USE
Getting recognized for the hard work you do is something that goes beyond just getting a plaque or award. Winning an individual or agency award at the IPRA/IAPD Soaring To New Heights Conference is a testament to the dedication and long hours put in to make your community a better place to live and play!
Read More... Beginning October 15, you can apply for capital grants through IDNR for park and facility construction. Take a look at this website for details.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
What is a teen advisory group? A teen advisory group is a very useful tool - a window into the teen community - and could be a vital part of your organization and what is missing to get your teen programs running.
Read More... This workshop will help strengthen communication and teamwork between staff. It will also educate front line staff on the importance of customer service in their job and how to handle difficult situations that may arise.
Read More... Mark your calendars now for this AMAZING event! Regular registration deadline is October 29.
Read More... For years, youth sports professionals have been focused on training and background screening of volunteer coaches. While these are important factors of the equation, they are only half the equation.
Read More... CALENDAR/UPCOMING EVENTS
Please join us for a presentation and tour of the Direct Fitness Solutions Headquarters.
Read More... The perfect storm continues and the lagging economy for the public sector may go on for a bit beyond recovery. Are you preparing now for the storm that lies on the horizon?
Read More... What did you do over summer vacation? Come and share stories, staffing issues, incedents and trends you saw this summer.
Read More... The Suburban Park and Recreation Association’s Annual Showcase is a great opportunity for you to preview prospective acts, get information from vendors and share ideas with other recreation professionals.
Read More... The IPRA Board of Directors meets six to eight times per year to discuss the business of the Association. All BOD Business Meetings are open to the membership and members are encouraged to attend.
Read More... CONFERENCE
Conference Registration: Please click here to register online. Conference Housing: Housing is open and people may make reservations with the housing form (must be sent to hotel) or via the links/phone number below.
Be sure to indicate you are attending the IAPD/IPRA Conference and mention the group code IAP to ensure the discounted room rate. JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Job Title: Executive Director - Effingham Park District Job Title: Oakton Facilities Manager Job Title: Recreation Supervisor Assistant Job Title: Youth Worker - Middle School - CROYA Job Title: Accounts Payable Job Title: Athletic Field Maintenance Supervisor SECTION/COMMITTEE INFO
*Please note corrected date* Join the C&M Section for their annual awards luncheon where members from the section will be highlighted for contributions that they have made to their agencies, the section and the profession.
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