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SUMMARY:ACA Staffing Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Staffing Summit will feature critical learning\, speaker panels\, roundtables\, and engaging sessions spanning three days. The virtual delivery of the conference increases the benefits of convenience and value while preserving the great networking and timely information\, which are hallmarks of ACA conferences. We will share practical solutions addressing the staffing shortage\, innovative ways to recruit staff\, and best practices for staff retention. \nThe 2024 Staffing Summit will offer 45 sessions on out-of-the-box ways to connect with staff\, virtual job fairs and interviewing\, recruiting specialized staff\, and so much more. Session recordings will be available to attendees until December 1. Each day will have featured speakers\, keynote presentations from industry thought leaders\, and networking opportunities to share resources and ideas. Don’t miss one of the most important events of the season!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/aca-staffing-summit-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Camp Association%2C Inc":MAILTO:membership@acacamps.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102
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SUMMARY:2023 ACA Staffing Summit
DESCRIPTION:ACA Inc.\, ACA\, New York and New Jersey\, ACA\, Illinois and ACA\, New England are proud to present the 2023 Staffing Summit. \nThe 2023 Staffing Summit will feature critical learning\, speaker panels\, roundtables and engaging sessions spanning three days.  The virtual delivery of the conference increases the benefits of convenience and value while preserving the great networking and timely information which are hallmarks of ACA conferences.  We will share practical solutions around addressing the staffing shortage\, innovative ways to recruit staff and best practices for staff retention. \nThe 2023 Staffing Summit will offer 45 sessions on out of the box ways to connect with staff\, virtual job fairs and interviewing\, recruiting specialized staff\, and so much more.  Session recordings will be available to attendees until December 1. Each day will have featured speakers\, keynote presentations from industry thought leaders and networking opportunities to share resources and ideas.  Don’t miss one of the most important events of the season! \nEARLY BIRD PRICE: Members $75 / Non-members $150 (Through October 1)\nREGULAR PRICES: Members $100 / Non-members $200 (After October 1)\nStudent and EPIC pricing available. See event page for details. \nCall for Presenters\nThe Staffing Summit Committee is now accepting session proposals for the 2023 Staffing Summit. Proposals will be accepted through September 8. Please complete the session proposal form\, linked below: \nSession Proposal Form\nPlease send questions to Erin Flores\, eflores@ACAcamps.org
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/2023-aca-staffing-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Camp Association%2C Inc":MAILTO:membership@acacamps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T170000
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SUMMARY:The Essence of MESH:  Aspects and Operations for Healthy Camp Functioning
DESCRIPTION:The Essence of MESH: \nAspects and Operations for Healthy Camp Functioning \nApril 14\, 2022 (a virtual event) \n$25 ACH Members \n$50 non-members \nWe know that Mental\, Emotional\, and Social Health (MESH) was the key issue during summer 2021.  ACN has created the first comprehensive MESH Resource Guide for camp professionals and are eager to give you access. \nThis powerful webinar will provide you a digital copy of the MESH Guide. The focus of this webinar will highlight the many aspects of this guide for use in your camp setting.  We look forward to seeing you soon! \nContent will include \n\nPre-camp staff suggestions\nPre-camp camper suggestions\nSymptoms of Mental\, Emotional and Social health that signal areas of concern\nAddressing camper behaviors of concern\nStaff training resources\nSelf care suggestions (for staff and campers)\nHow to cultivate a healthy MESH culture\nCamper intervention suggestions\nDe-escalation strategies\nResources\nand more\n\n  \nApril 14\, 2022\n3pm – 5pm eastern time\n$25 ACH Members  |  $50 non-members \n\nThis event will be recoreded\, available to registered participants for 30 days after the event\nNo nursing contact hours are provided for this event
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/the-essence-of-mesh-aspects-and-operations-for-healthy-camp-functioning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
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SUMMARY:ACA Staffing Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Staffing Summit will feature critical learning\, speaker panels\, roundtables and engaging sessions spanning two full days.  The virtual delivery of this year’s conference increases the benefits of convenience\, safety and value while preserving the great networking and timely information which are hallmarks of ACA conferences.  We will share practical solutions around addressing the staffing shortage\, innovative ways to recruit staff and best practices for staff retention. \nWe know you are spending a lot of time on screens\, so we are designing the conference with you in mind.  You will not have to endure endless hours of staring at your computer\, phone or tablet.   The conference will happen with shorter bursts of education and plenty of time to connect with other camp directors.  Not only are breaks built in to help you keep up with home and work commitments\, you will also have access to all the recorded sessions in case you miss something you are interested in or were viewing a concurrent session. \nThe 2021 Staffing Summit will offer 30 sessions on out of the box ways to connect with staff\, virtual job fairs and interviewing\, recruiting specialized staff and so much more.  Each day will have featured speakers\, keynote presentations from industry thought leaders and networking opportunities to share resources and ideas.  Don’t miss one of the most important events of the season!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/aca-staffing-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Beitner":MAILTO:jbeitner@ACAcamps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T205358Z
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SUMMARY:Summer… Socially Distanced:  A dynamic\, interactive\, and tool filled virtual training series for Camp Staff and Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Join Eric Rowles of Leading to Change for a three-session series that will help you prepare for summer 2021. Even with in-person camp happening\, there are lots of things we should probably be thinking about differently – from how to support our team to staff orientation to programming and lots of best practices as it relates to tools of the trade. Each Wednesday in May will have a different focus: \n\nMay 5:  Leadership Relearned (Management focus)\n\nThere is a saying that “rising tides lift all boats”. When you think of your camp staff\, team\, and those you are managing\, supporting\, and working with through these times – what are you doing to keep their morale up? Don’t miss this highly interactive\, fast paced\, and FUN training that will showcase multiple team assessment tools\, a wide range of strategies you can put to use today and throughout the camp season\, and even a human beat box machine. \n\nMay 12:  Raising Our Game (Programmatic focus)\n\nAre you ready to bring your camp A-Game… innovatively? From interactive (and social distanced) experiences to the infusion of SEL influences in our program design\, this is our chance to raise our camp experience to a brand new level.  From low-touch gaming ideas to a few high-tech showcased resources\, come learn a wave of innovative gaming ideas\, strategies\, and tools to use this summer.  Designed for all levels of experience. \n\nMay 19:  Tools of the Trade (Tools focus)\n\nGet ready for a LIGHTNING round of FREE proven tools and strategies to boost your youth engagement skills.  We’ll cover some of the best of technology\, music\, media\, and even video clips in our work and even camper/family communication methods. You’ll leave with your head spinning\, a handout of resources\, and NEW ideas to take back to your camp. \nA series registration is for one seat per date – attend all three yourself\, mix-and-match and send a different one of your staff members to each session\, or buy multiple seats for a group of your staff\, depending on what is relevant to their role! \nWhen:             Wednesdays – May 5\, 12\, 19 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET \nRegistration is for the full series. Send the same person from your camp or a different person each week! Recordings will be made available for 30 days if you can’t attend a session live. \nWhere:            Online\, via Zoom meeting (please be prepared to have your camera on and unmute yourself\, as needed!) \nHow Much:    Members: $75; Non-members: $100 (Registration is for the thee-part series) \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry\, ACA New England Director of Education and Professional Development\, at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual prior to the start of the event. \nParticipants will receive 3 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for their full participation. \n  \nPlease note: If cost may be a barrier to your participation\, please reach out to Kerry Salvo\, kerry@acanewengland.org to discuss financial assistance options. We want the sessions to be accessible for all! \n\nAbout the Presenter  \nEric Rowles is a nationally recognized trainer and speaker who has worked with over 150\,000 recreation professionals\, administrators\, volunteers\, and policymakers within the past 15 years. Eric’s previous experience includes his work as Senior Director of Training with the Youth Leadership Institute (CA)\, Director of Leadership Development at Rutgers Univ. (NJ)\, Director of International Youth Summer Abroad (CA)\, Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator with Riverside County Friday Night Live (CA)\, and ran a traveling theater company that toured for over 10 years. Eric understands the summer camp community and recently presented at the 2021 Northeast CAMP Conference.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/summer-socially-distanced-a-dynamic-interactive-and-tool-filled-virtual-training-series-for-camp-staff-and-leaders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210503T194500
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
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SUMMARY:Physical Distancing\, The Dutchman’s Rope and Other Best Practices for Real-World In-Person Gatherings
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Jim Cain to hear about a collection of physically distanced activities and best practices for summer 2021 (taken from his two new ACA bookstore books) in time for staff training! We all want to create the safest environment possible for campers and staff as we move into this summer. \nThis engaging session is designed for all levels of staff\, from counselors to directors and everyone in between\, so send multiple folks from your team with our group registration rate!\n \nWhen:             Monday\, May 3\, 6:30 – 7:45 pm ET \nWhere:            Online\, via Zoom meeting (please be prepared to have your camera on and unmute yourself\, as needed!) \nHow Much:  \n\nMembers: $20/individual; $50/group (up to 4 attendees from your camp/ program)\nNon-members: $30/individual; $65 group (up to 4 attendees from your camp/ program)\n\nIf you are registering a group\, we will ask you for the name(s) closer to the event when we are ready to share the Zoom link. \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry\, ACA New England Director of Education and Professional Development\, at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual prior to the start of the event. \nParticipants will receive 1 Continuing Education Credit (CEC) for their full participation. \nPlease note: If cost may be a barrier to your participation\, please reach out to Kerry Salvo\, kerry@acanewengland.org to discuss financial assistance options. We want the sessions to be accessible for all! \n\nAbout the Presenter  \nTeambuilding Guru Dr. Jim Cain is the author of 23 best-loved books filled with team and community building activities from around the world.  In 2020\, he wrote five new books\, including his first novel. Two of those books\, The Dutchman’s Rope and Connection Without Contact are ideal references for summer 2021 camps and youth development programs\, with real-world in-person events.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/physical-distancing-the-dutchmans-rope-and-other-best-practices-for-real-world-in-person-gatherings/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
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SUMMARY:Supporting My Team as a New Supervisor
DESCRIPTION:About This Event…\nSo you’re a new supervisor! Congratulations. You clearly were great at your old job – that’s how you got promoted. However\, the skills and talents required to be a great counselor or activity instructor aren’t the same as those required to be an effective supervisor. There are several specific areas of learning new supervisors should begin mastering long before they begin the actual work of mentoring and leading others.  \nJoin Emily for a crash course in stepping up to leadership. We’ll cover the top mistakes new supervisors make (and how to avoid them\, of course!)\, the best ways to build credibility\, and the parts of the role you might not realize are now your responsibility.  \nTo cap it off\, we’ll look at some familiar scenarios from your camp counselor days through a lens of supervisory decision-making. This workshop is designed for both new supervisors and/or those responsible for onboarding/training incoming supervisory staff.  \nAbout The Speaker…\nEmily Golinsky \nTraining\, Consulting & Advocacy\, Bright Moose LLC \nWith session feedback including “tremendously helpful\,” “definitely not the same-old\,” “fun and informative” and “not to be missed – a reason to come to the conference\,” Emily Golinsky is the Founder of Bright Moose LLC. She provides training\, coaching\, consultation and professional development support to camps\, schools and youth orgs\, guided by the motto “Help Others Shine Bright!” Emily sits on the Board of Directors for NHCamps and is an ACA New England Visitor\, Conference Committee member\, New Camp Directors’ Workshop faculty member\, and the Newer Camp Directors’ Roundtable facilitator. She is also an education Advocate for youth with special needs and a certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Emily spent 14 years as the Executive Director for Camp Starfish (NH)\, holds a BS in Health Psychology and MS in Camp Administration/Leadership\, and is an avid collector of terribly awesome puns. \n\nWho Should Attend…\nThis presentation is for\, but not limited to\, supervisors (new or seasonal)\, managers\, directors\, and owners.  \nWhy Attend …\nHow will your camp benefit from you attending this program? \nAttendees will boost job satisfaction for themselves and the people they oversee and help build confidence and credibility with the people you oversee which will lead to returning staff. \nHow does your career benefit from you attending this program?  \nAttending this event will help build confidence as a leader\, will help increase your collective knowledge of the field and management of others\, and build connections and resources with peers. \nHow to Register …\nMake sure you’re logged into the ACA Illinois Services Portal to register. Click here to create your profile or click here to login. \nQuestions? Contact registration@acail.org.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/supporting-my-team-as-a-new-supervisor/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T134500
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
CREATED:20210122T141531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T142929Z
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SUMMARY:EPIC NECC Debrief
DESCRIPTION:After the action-packed week of the NECC\, spend time with the EPIC community as we share our favorite takeaways and highlights from the virtual conference. Attendees will have the opportunity to share and chat about their experiences\, as well as have the chance to provide feedback about the conference through the EPIC lens. Join us for additional ideas\, discussion\, and professional development as we wrap up the NECC! \nThis EPIC opportunity is only available to EPICs registered for the Northeast CAMP Conference\, so make sure to register soon (before February 5th to get the early-bird rate). \nWhat is EPIC?\nEmerging Professionals In Camping connects emerging professionals from around the country and strives to provide meaningful opportunities for learning. There are no official EPIC “membership requirements”; anyone is welcome if the topic and conversations speak to you and can help you on your path to learning! \nTo learn more about EPIC\, New England and how to get involved\, email camp@acanewengland.org
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/epic-necc-debrief/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pre-Conference,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T134500
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
CREATED:20210122T140937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T141141Z
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SUMMARY:EPIC NECC Download
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Emerging Professionals in Camping community as we set the stage for the first-ever Northeast Camp Conference! We will be sharing and discussing helpful tips\, tools\, and strategies to maximize the virtual conference experience\, and highlighting ways EPICs can stay connected and support one another throughout the NECC\, and beyond! If you’re excited to kick off your NECC experience\, this is the best place to start! \nThis EPIC opportunity is only available to EPICs registered for the Northeast CAMP Conference\, so make sure to register soon (before February 5th to get the early-bird rate). \nWhat is EPIC?\nEmerging Professionals In Camping connects emerging professionals from around the country and strives to provide meaningful opportunities for learning. There are no official EPIC “membership requirements”; anyone is welcome if the topic and conversations speak to you and can help you on your path to learning! \nTo learn more about EPIC\, New England and how to get involved\, email camp@acanewengland.org
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/epic-necc-download/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pre-Conference,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
CREATED:20210107T170603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T183154Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid (pre-work and live virtual course)\nTHIS COURSE IS FULL AND HAS REACHED CAPACITY\nTo be added to the WAITLIST for this course or other upcoming YMHFA courses organized by ACA\, New England\, complete THIS FORM.\n\nThis is an 8-hour education program that introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents\, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention\, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Youth Mental Health First Aid uses group activity\, role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect young people to professional\, peer\, social\, and self-help care. \nThis course is offered in a two-part format and both components must be completed to earn your certification: \n\n5 hours of pre-work must be completed by Friday\, January 22\n5 hour live\, virtual course from 10:00 am – 3:30 pm on Monday\, February 1\n\nWhat will participants learn? This course teaches participants the risk factors and warning signs of a variety of mental health challenges common among adolescents\, including anxiety\, depression\, psychosis\, eating disorders\, AD/HD\, disruptive behavior disorders\, and substance use disorder. \nParticipants do not learn to diagnose\, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling – rather\, participants learn to support a youth developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan. The Youth Mental Health First Aid USA curriculum is primarily focused on information participants can use to help adolescents and transition-age youth\, ages 8-18. \nWho should take this course? The course is designed for any adults who regularly interact with adolescents who are ACA\, New England members. \nWho created the course? The National Council for Behavioral Health was instrumental in bringing Mental Health First Aid to the U.S. Mental Health First Aid USA worked with experts at the National Technical Assistance Center for Children’s Mental Health at the Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development to develop the youth program. \nInstructors:  \nKarl Blumel\, Residence Education Coordinator for Selection\, Training\, and Leadership\, University of Massachusetts Amherst \nRosie McMahan\, Program Manager\, Mass Mentoring Partnership & Counselor/Educator\, Optimistic Options \nWhen: Monday\, February 1\, 2021\, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm (pre-work must be completed by Friday\, January 22 for participants to receive log-in information for the live portion of the course). \nWhere: Virtually \nCost: FREE for ACA\, New England members. Registration by January 15 and pre-work completion by January 22 is required. *We are able to provide this course free of charge to ACA\, New England members due to a grant.* \nTo register: Click here. You will register through ACA\, New England\, but additional communication about the course will come from the National Council for Behavioral Health/ Mental Health First Aid USA. \n*Please only register if you can commit to completing both the pre-work and the full live session. Because this course results in a certification\, attendees must fully participate in the entire program.* \nSpace is limited to 20 participants\, so register early! Because you need to be entered into the system to complete your pre-work\, the deadline to register is Friday\, January 15\, 2021. \nIf the course is full or you are interested\, but not available on this date\, please contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development\, kerry@acanewengland.org\, 781-541-6080 ext. 104. If there is interest\, we may offer additional courses in March/April 2021. \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201205
DTSTAMP:20260601T144624
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SUMMARY:Women in Camp Summit
DESCRIPTION:WOMEN IN CAMP SUMMIT\nDecember 2-4\, 2020 | Online\nJoin #ladycamppros from across the industry for two days of networking\, discussion\, and professional development designed specifically for those who identify as women working in or in support of summer camp \n  \nThis wonderful opportunity is brought to you by our friends at the American Camp Association\, Illinois. For more information about the Women in Camp Summit\, please visit http://acail.org/women-in-camp-summit
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/women-in-camp-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C Illinois":MAILTO:info@acail.org
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