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Evaluation 101: Program Evaluation Foundations

Park and recreation agencies more readily rely on evidence-based decision making these days, but many lack the knowledge, capacity, funds and/or confidence to gather data needed to advocate for themselves. Park and recreation professionals with little to no evaluation knowledge/expertise are invited to complete this one-hour, asynchronous (learn at your own pace) session to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of program evaluation as well as to practice preparing for effective evaluation through carefully crafting program descriptions and statements that can be translated into evaluation plans.

CEU: 0.1

$35.00
$50.00
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Exploring the Climate.Park.Change. Toolkit

Research shows that 2020 was the hottest year on record, highlighting the impacts of climate change happening now. Park and recreation professionals, who serve nearly every community in the United States, are poised to advance climate mitigation and adaptation strategies to build environmental and community resiliency through the power of local parks and recreation. However, understanding the specific climate change challenges facing each community and developing associated strategies for addressing them can be daunting, as few aggregated resources on the subject exist. As part of its 2020 research grant program, Sasaki, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has created a toolkit for resilient parks: Climate.Park.Change. Designed as a web-based platform, Climate.Park.Change compiles data on how climate change affects park and recreation spaces and suggests physical design solutions that address climate impacts, as well as other community challenges.

CEU's: 0.1

$35.00
$50.00
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Financial Alphabet Soup in Parks and Recreation

Part 1 of a 3-part series! We hold in our hands the power to impact communities by how we manage financial resources. Join this first talk in a three-part series to learn about all things finance in preparation for NRPA's new Financial Sustainability Certification Program.

CEU's: 0.1

Date of recording being released: April 2023

$35.00
$50.00
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Finding and Fueling Innovation in Parks and Recreation

Innovation grows from practices that value experimentation and collaboration between the agencies and organizations working in parks and recreation. Yet many efforts to understand innovation emphasize products at the expense of processes. This talk reviews some core principles for fostering innovations in park and recreation management and introduces pragmatic research methods for revealing the connections that make innovation possible.

CEU's: n/a

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Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Certificate Program

Description:

Managing stormwater, reducing pollution and complying with federal water quality regulations are a challenge for urban areas across the United States. Parks are critical infrastructure to communities providing natural areas, recreation, community gathering spaces and cooling from urban heat, among many other benefits. They also can enhance greater resilience in communities for cleaner water, reduced localized flooding, and clean air through the installation of Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI), including rain gardens, bioswales and green roofs.

There are many steps to this process, from pilot installations to a park systemwide GSI operation — such as securing public support, financing, ensuring compatible landscape design, managing construction materials and operations, performing ongoing maintenance, and communicating successes. The Green Stormwater Infrastructure Certificate program provides park and recreation professionals the knowledge and tools to promote, oversee, advance and operate GSI in their park systems. Park and recreation professionals will be armed to work collaboratively across departments and partnerships to enhance their community resilience with GSI in parks.

Program Overview:

The Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Certificate provides a comprehensive step-by-step learning forum online in nine-course modules and a review course module. This certificate program provides participants the assurance and foundation to successfully oversee a GSI project or program — from planning to evaluation and every step in between. Each course is about 30 to 60 minutes in length, provides real case studies and knowledge checks for successful knowledge advancement. The online courses have been designed for the working professional in mind and can be completed in small parts, whether you have 10 minutes or an hour.

Who Should Enroll?

This program is designed for park and recreation professionals, community partners, public works and planners who are seeking to build resilience in their community through Green Stormwater Infrastructure in parks.

CEUs: 1.2

$420.00
$600.00
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Growing People, Growing Organizations in the Aquatics Field

This presentation will touch on topics that anyone in leadership can utilize to grow and retain staff. Join to walk through methods that have been proven to work. Hear from Christina Weiss, district aquatic director for YMCA of South Hampton Roads, Virginia, as she covers existing partnerships that have thrived after the pandemic shutdown and new partnerships that have helped her grow her staff. Weiss will talk through how she has been able to retain the majority of her staff for a minimum of 3 years, some even longer. At the end of the session, participants will share new or "out of the box" ways they have found to grow their staff.

CEU's: 0.1

$35.00
$50.00
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Gun Violence Prevention: The Role of Parks and Recreation

Join park and recreation professionals from the District of Columbia (D.C.) Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) as they showcase strategies and programs used to curb gun violence in eight wards in the District of Columbia. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how this program provides safe and constructive alternatives for youth impacted by gun violence.

CEU's: 0.1

$35.00
$50.00
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Hiring to Reflect the Community You Serve

The traditional hiring practices in a civil service system are flawed and contain numerous barriers to employing a workforce that is reflective of the citizens we serve. In an effort to combat this imperfect system, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation used a project-based approach to flip the narrative in recruiting and hiring entry-level recreation leaders. The new system consists of a predetermined timeline, targeted recruitment, community-based information sessions, and a total rethinking of the civil service exam and how it is scored. The changes resulted in our most diverse civil service list to date. This speed session will quickly walk participants through the process, to show other agencies how they can implement a similar process to ensure a representative workforce.
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How an Equity Lens Can Enhance Playground Safety

Playground safety isn't just about the physical space and infrastructure. Park and recreation professionals also should consider how the social experiences of playground visitors can be improved through an equity lens. Join NRPA staff and playground experts for a conversation on how to promote positive experiences for anyone enjoying a playground.

CEU's: 0.1

$35.00
$50.00
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How To Support Mental Health in Your Community

Join a discussion on the role park and recreation professionals play as essential contributors to mental health and the overall well-being of their communities. During this webinar, Daniel Hatcher, Brodrick Clarke and Stacy Frazier will share ways to support the mental health of frontline staff and community members. In addition, learn how to engage and contribute to the development of youth this summer. The positive outcomes of activities that support well-being and mentoring are indispensable and demonstrate the power of the park and recreation profession.

CEUs: N/A

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