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Jeffco Fairgrounds, Golden
Boulder, CO
Certified Pool Operators (CPO) Course
February 17-19, 2010
Location TBA
Parks Spring Workshop & Tradeshow
March 11, 2010
Location TBA
Certified Playground Safety Inspectors (CPSI) Course
March 18-20, 2010
Denver
Small Communities/Western Slope Spring Summit
April 22-23, 2010
Edwards
Night of the Stars Talent Show
May 1, 2010
Northglenn
Summer Day Camp Fusion
June 16, 2010
Broomfield
Lifeguard Games
July 11, 2010
Water World
CASC Annual Conference
July 23, 2010
Location TBA
Certified Playground Safety Inspectors (CPSI) Course
August 5-7, 2010
Location TBA
CPRA Annual Conference & Tradeshow
September 21-24, 2010
Breckenridge
Come celebrate CPRA's 60th Birthday!
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Leading the Heart of the Community in Changing Times
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CPRA has joined forces with the Florida Recreation and Park Association and humanitarian and speaker Ian Hill to bring you an innovative, interactive and very timely professional development opportunity...
The parks, recreation and community service sector is both figuratively and literally the heart of any community. It pumps life-giving blood throughout the community, touching in a meaningful way, every citizen. In these increasingly complex and challenging times, those in the profession must be able to lead like never before. Designed specifically for individuals in this critical sector, this year long professional journey will remind participants why we do what we do. Identifying leading edge collaborative strategies and proven concepts for building community capacity, both of which are needed to take on the challenges of today, will be discussed between live sessions.
Ian Hill, nationally known speaker and motivator, will lead participants through a series of live streaming video sessions that will provide participants with a tool to "lead the heart of your community in times of change". Sessions will be offered in November, December, February, April, May, September. In the outlying months, you will have access to continued on-line dialogue with other participants to maximize your information exchange and learning assets.
Sign up as an individual, or sign up as an agency and share the learning experience with your entire staff. A portion of your registration fee comes back to our state association. Don't miss out on this opportunity to equip you and your staff with solid relevant tools to assist you in taking on the community and departmental challenges you face today! Here is a brief video introduction to Ian and to the program. Need more information? Use these links for more about this learning opportunity - |
| CASC Holiday Get-A-Way! |
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Escape to Italy this holiday season! Join fellow CASC members for a much needed escape!
December 4, 2009 at Cinzetti's in Thornton.
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| 2009 / 2010 Denver Nuggets Skills Challenge |
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Basketball season is here! The 2009-2010 commitment form for the Denver Nuggets Skills Challenge is now available. Be sure your agency participates in this great program!
Click here to download the commitment form. Local host program materials will be handed out at an upcoming CARA meeting. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you for participating!
Brain Magnett, City of Northglenn
(p) 303-450-8899
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| 2010 Performing Arts Jamboree & Tradeshow |
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Since 1987, the Performing Arts Jamboree & Tradeshow has been the only showcase where you can interact one-on-one with 100+ performers, experience live performances throughout the day, meet the artists in person and collect samples of their work!
The Jamboree is the only place to connect with Colorado Presenters!
Join us Friday, January 22, 2010 from 9am-3pm at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Golden.
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| 2010 Rocky Mountain Revenue & Management School |
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Rocky Mountain Revenue Management School
February 6-10, 2010
Omni Interlocken Hotel & Conference Center
Registration Specials!
Register by December 31 and save!
Register 2 or more from your agency and save!
Visit www.cpra-web.org for more information or to register online.
Why Rocky Mountain Revenue Management School?
Over the course of the past 32 years the Rocky Mountain Revenue Management School has created a legacy for itself of high quality education programs in a small student focused atmosphere. Come to Colorado to learn about cutting edge techniques in how to better manage your parks and recreation department in these times of fiscal crisis. Past students have indicated that this is the most intense and rewarding professional educational experience they have ever been a part of. Many of them have told the School's Regents that they are still using techniques that they learned at RMRMS on a daily basis.
RMRMS is a two year program with an added Leadership Development Track. Delegates have the choice to register for the first or second year curriculum, with the option of combining the Leadership Track with either year. The Leadership Track may also be taken independently and does not require the registrant to have taken either first or second year tracks prior to signing up. Upon completion, you will have the knowledge to handle complex operations and develop standards of practice for any size organization.
Who Should Attend?
RMRMS provides targeted learning opportunities specifically for recreation directors, park directors, superintendents, camp directors, managers and all agency staff. This school if also for anyone motivated to excel in our fast paced every changing industry.
Curriculum
Leadership Development Track
In today's fast paced competitive environment, organizations need to develop dynamic, energetic, visionary leaders at all levels of the organization hierarchy. You won't want to miss this opportunity to learn and network with some of the most dynamic leaders in our industry.
First Year Track
As a first year delegate, you will be taught by experienced professionals who will cover the fundamentals of planning, financial management, marketing and promotions, pricing, technology and other relevant topics. The teaching approach is designed to create networking opportunities to assist students in developing a continuing professional network.
Second Year Track
The second year track is designed for delegates who have completed the first year and are ready for a more in-depth and advanced study of best management practices and strategies to deal with the challenges of today's park and recreation professional.
For more information, click here for the information brochure
To register online, log into our membership directory at www.cpra-web.org and visit our Online Store beginning November 11! |
| Census 2010 coming Soon! |
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| Did you know that nearly $435 billion in federal funding is distributed to communities each year and that the Census data guides the amount of money funneled into your community? We encourage you and your patrons to participate fully in the coming census so that your community may benefit from a share of that funding. For more information about the Census, or promotional materials you can post in your agency, visit http://dola.colorado.gov/dlg/demog/census2010/census_2010.html
Make sure your community is counted! |
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Create Healthier Communities |
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Obtain Funding Through NRPA-CDC ACHIEVE Grants!National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) support local communities to implement Action Communities for Health, Innovation, and En Vironmental Chang E. (ACHIEVE). In 2010, NRPA will fund ten park and recreation agencies at $35,000 each to develop coalitions of local stakeholders and community leaders to address chronic disease risk factors of physical inactivity, poor nutrition, and tobacco use.
With an ACHIEVE grant you will:
Reduce the incidence of chronic disease through policy, systems, and environmental changes strategies at the local level.
Create partnerships with community stakeholders.
Attend meetings with national leaders to learn about tools, resources, and strategies to build healthier communities.
Create awareness of the vital services that parks and recreation offer.
Enhance the overall health and livability of your community!
Park and recreation members are invited to apply for an ACHIEVE grant. Click here for the online application, it will remain open until December 11, 2009. Improve the quality of life in your community-apply for an ACHIEVE grant today! For more information on the grant program or application process, contact Heidi Melancon at 800.626.NRPA (6772). Visit ACHIEVE to learn more! |
| Protect Your League This Flu Season |
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With flu season here and all the attention being given to the H1N1 virus, or Swine Flu, leagues need to address how to prevent illnesses - and the spread of them - in their youth sports programs. The key is taking a proactive approach to help minimize illnesses spreading. Many resources have recently been released that provide information about influenza, as well as the H1N1 strain. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has a wealth of information on its Web site and most school districts have released information as well. Read more...
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| Department of Gripes & Happiness |
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| Do you have something you'd like to include in the next web letter? Send your information to cpra@cpra-web.org. All information must be received by the 15th of every month. The web letter is sent out on the 1st of each month. Let us know what you like or dislike about the web letter. We love to hear from you! | |
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