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PRPS Weekly News
New Online Training by LERN!

LERN Recreation Program Institute and Certified Program Planner (CPP)
January 11 - March 4, 2016  (8 weeks)
Participate anytime, as often as you like
 
Join some of the top recreation professionals in North America - from programs including the Town of Herndon, City of Mountain Home, City of Largo, City of San Clemente, City of Fontana, Caroline County Recreation & Parks, and the Town of Superior. 
 
For you and everyone on your staff, come away with:
  • Best brochure design, marketing and distribution tips
  • Pricing techniques that work
  • Outstanding customer service practices
  • Needs assessment model you can use
  • Program analysis tools
  • Finance and budgeting skills
  • ....and much more
Then discuss these and other hot topics in recreation with some of the top recreation professionals in North America.
   
Fee (includes book) for LERN members in a recreation department: 1 person, just $95; 3 people $195 total; 6 people only $295 total.  Not sure you are a member or want non-member price? Email Tammy at info@lern.org or call her at 800-678-5376.

Annual Conference Information Coming Soon!

The Conference Committee has been working hard to make this a conference you won't want to miss. This year's theme is about shaping the future to overcome tough situations and succeed.
We have a wide variety of educational session tracks such as: professional development, programming, social media and marketing, aquatics, urban recreation, park resources, trail and facilities, inclusion and accessibility.

Over 100 vendors will be there to share their products and services. This is a great opportunity to network with over 400 park and recreation professionals.

Watch for more details soon. The online registration will be open on Friday.  

PRPS Recognition and Awards Program - Deadline is next month!
 
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The PA Recreation & Park Society provides the opportunity for an individual, group, or agency to be recognized for professional and personal achievements. These prestigious awards will be presented at the annual PRPS Conference on Tuesday, March 14, 2016 at Seven Springs Mountain Resort.
  
Click here for Awards Program Entry Information. Nominations are 
due by January 15, 2016.  

Nominate Your Coach - Deadline is December 31
The Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA's) Double-Goal Coach Award is given to youth and high school sports coaches from around the U.S. who embody the ideals of the Double-Goal Coach: striving to win while also pursuing the more important goal of teaching life lessons through sports.

The award includes $200; a certificate; recognition in PCA's website, newsletters and media campaigns; and the chance to accept the honor in California during PCA's National Youth Sports Awards Dinner and Auction presented by Deloitte.
Therapeutic Recreation Institute Call for Proposals
      
The 2016 TRI session proposal form is  available. The proposal submission deadline is January 31, 2016. 

The Therapeutic Recreation Institute will be held on May 31-June 3, 2016 at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel in Lancaster, PA. The theme is "TRI The VOICE of YOUR Future."

It's that time of year to pursue CPRP Certification
 
When you apply now through Jan. 31 to take the Certified Park & Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam, you will be eligible for a free CPRP prep course. Not only will you get one of the best tools to help you work toward that certification, but you'll also save some money, too. You can't beat that during the holiday season. Learn more about CPRP certification and get ready to take advantage of this great savings.
 
Did you know?
Professional Service Experience Points (PSE) for NRPA Certification can be earned through service you provide to the parks and recreation profession (e.g., Committee Chair, speaking at a conference, serving as an accreditation visitor, etc). Click here for more details and to see the points earned.
District Events
Distict 1  Poker
Challenge Fundraiser
This fundraiser will be held at the PRPS Conference. For more details on this fundraiser, click here. 

District 2 Winter Workshop - Save the date!    
January 27th, 2016 - York College of PA
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Agenda: 
  • 9:00 am - 9:45 am District 2: Business Meeting
  • 10:00 am -12:00 pm Session 1: Employee Handbooks, I-9's and Personnel Files
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch: Networking Opportunity with Students
  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Session 2: Social Media Roundtable

Registration will be available soon!

 

District 3
Recreation Program & Mini Expo
December 11, 2015 - Horsham, PA
Click here for more details and to register.

Ski & Snowboarding Socials/Meeting
January 13, 2016 - Shawnee Mountain
January 27, 2016 - Blue Mountain
February 9, 2016 - Jack Frost Mountain
Click here for more details and to register. 
PA Recreation & Park Society, Inc.
2131 Sandy Drive, State College, PA 16801
814-234-4272