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Massachusetts Recreation and Park Association

Massachusetts Recreation and Park Association. Student Presentation 2013 www.massrpa.org. What It is & What It isn’t. There are some common misconceptions about WHAT Parks and Recreation really is and the value within the profession. WHAT IT ISN’T NOT the brown suit and hat

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Massachusetts Recreation and Park Association

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  1. Massachusetts Recreation andPark Association Student Presentation 2013 www.massrpa.org

  2. What It is & What It isn’t There are some common misconceptions about WHAT Parks and Recreation really is and the value within the profession. WHAT IT ISN’T • NOT thebrown suit and hat • Dodge Ball Class • “Anyone can do it” profession • Stagnant • Slow and boring • Parks & Rec Comedy • WHAT IT IS • Professional & casual work setting • Special Events and Program Management • Educated Professionals • Up and coming young professionals • Active and fun! • Play Local Initiative Our National Parks attract 88% more people than Disney World and Disney Land. Visits to state, regional and local parks exceed on billion annually.

  3. Massachusetts Recreation and Park Association • Non-Profit, Membership Driven Organization • Advocate for Parks and Recreation through public policy and local government • Encourage and promote continuing education and training for Park & Rec Professionals • Provide services and resources to members and communities • Foster high standards of professionalism www.massrpa.org

  4. Who Comprises MRPA? • 500+ Members • 11 Person Executive Board • Recreation Professionals in many different settings: • Park and Recreation Directors -Educators • Recreation Therapists -Students • Aquatics Facility Managers • Specialty Programmers • Council on Aging/Senior Centers • Commercial Members (USTA)

  5. What Can MRPA Do For You? Family Event Nights National Visit a Park Day • Career Development • Professional Mentor • Regional Meetings • Internship/Practicum/Event Planning • Student Profiles • Continuing Education Opportunities • Annual Conference -Awards • Regional CEU Workshops • Certification Trainings • Certified Park and Recreation Professional • Playground Inspector, Pool Inspector, etc Summer Concert Series 5k Road Races

  6. Annual State Conference & Trade Show • Large Annual Conference and Trade Show • 2013: Hyannis, MA • 2014: Sturbridge, MA • Nearly 200 attendees • Affordable, Resume Builder • Two days worth of sessions • Including TR Sessions • Vendor Fair • Student Opportunities: -Room Hosting -Professional Mentor -Career Table Silent Auction Awards Ceremony Session Tracks Over 25Speakers

  7. MRPA CONTACT INFORMATION Jessica Brodie, CPRP Director Clinton Parks & Recreation 560 High Street Clinton, MA 01510 978-365-4140 www.clintonrec.com Anna Wood, M.S., CTRS Adaptive Sports &Recreation Specialist Teen Center Director Sudbury Park and Recreation 40 Fairbank Road Sudbury, MA 01776 wooda@sudbury.ma.us 978-639-3257

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