| IPRA Today - March 17, 2011 | Past Issues | Printer-Friendly | Forward to a colleague | Editorial link | www.ilipra.org |
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NEWS YOU CAN USE
If you’re considering the parks and recreation field, jump on it. It’s unbelievable. Every day, you’re doing something different. You’re making an impact and making a difference.
Read More...  The Go! Program gives choices on where to recreate as another benefit of their IPRA membership. We’d like to encourage IPRA members to visit other park and recreation agency facilities and help them lead healthy lifestyles!
Read More... The IPRA Health & Wellness Committee was created to identify key health & wellness issues affecting our profession. We've determined our focus needs to start with the professionals in the field.
Read More... PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Welcome to IPRA! This brief webinar will review membership benefits and the many volunteer and networking opportunities available.
Read More... Michelle Moore, Director DetermiNation-Illinois Division, will speak about the American Cancer Society DetermiNation program - a powerful, inspiring movement that enables athletes to dedicate to training in marathons and other endurance events.
Read More... AFO certification will provide skills necessary to make your facility more safe and efficient. The certification course is a training program specifically designed to meet the needs of those working in public, semipublic, municipal pools or waterparks facilities.
Read More... Want to get sixth-, seventh-, eighth- and ninth-graders involved in your camp? Step One: Design a camp specifically for them. Step Two: Join as we discuss the dos and don’ts of starting a successful teen camp. Discussions will also include behavior management, hiring & training staff, promotions and more.
Read More... This is the most comprehensive training program offered on playground hazard identification and risk management methods. Advanced reading and 10 hours of training will prepare you to take the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Exam, which is given on the last day.
Read More... The inherent benefits of sports participation cannot be denied: physical activity, social skills, teamwork, leadership skills... and the list goes on. Sports that are fun, positive and safe for children cultivate these benefits. But what's the difference between youth sport participation being beneficial or harmful? Primarily, it is the attitude and behavior of adults involved. Volunteer coaches are often the most important role models in a young athlete’s life.
Read More... The IPRA College and University Relations Committee (CURC) is teaming with the CIRCLE Connection Conference to help students, educators and professionals discuss how to "bridge the gap" between the classroom and the profession and better prepare students for the workplace.
Read More... CALENDAR/UPCOMING EVENTS
Think "Amazing Race" for park and recreation agencies! IPRA's Annual Park Pursuit was created to bring together friends and colleagues for a day of fun! After preparing for a long summer, you need to energize yourself and staff. An event like this is an amazing way to promote TEAM BUILDING and engage in healthy competition.
Read More...  Watch the Cubs take on the Phillies and give your tee-ball teams a chance to play on the outfield at Wrigley!Read More... JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Job Title: BUSINESS MANAGER Job Title: Special Recreation Division Supervisor Job Title: Internships Job Title: Director of Parks & Recreation – Marion Park District Job Title: Summer Camp Counselor Job Title: Internship SECTION/COMMITTEE INFO
Did you know that people are eating often 3 times the amount of meat they need to be in good health? In fact, we should be eating around 70% of vegetables (mostly greens), 10-15 % cereals and other form of carbs and only 10-15% meat? Eat veggies, your body will thank you!
Join the Senior Committee for an opportunity to network, share resources and develop joint program opportunities. The main topic of discussion will be the Entertainment Fair and Senior Olympics.
Read More... RESOURCES/SURVEYS
The PNRMS is looking to conduct several webinars this year. Training is extremely important, yet it is extremely challenging to find time to leave the office and many agencies have decreased training funds due to the economy.
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