Summer Camp Programming

OCTOBER 23, 2023

SHOW NOTES The guys each give 4 camp-wide event ideas you should be offering at your camp. They give a very wide variety from Table-Top Escape Games, to Top Shot Activities, to Art Shows. If you’re looking to fill some time with something awesome, check out this episode for that awesome! Links: How to Run […] The post SCP 192: 8 Special Events You Should be Offering at Camp first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of $20 million in grant funding through the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant Program to address the need for building a pipeline of skilled, diverse water and wastewater utilities workers.

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GCN

OCTOBER 23, 2023

New York City is exploring how drones equipped with thermal cameras and lidar can better identify flaws in exterior walls and roofs that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As the education field continues to evolve, data-driven decision making is an essential strategy to transform teaching and learning practices and unlock new opportunities for student success. From personalized learning and student performance analysis, to resource allocation and school improvement planning, data-driven education has the potential to revolutionize the way we support educators and teach our students.

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Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.

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GCN

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Pittsburgh has racked up some early successes with its cloud migration, but a combination of limited finances, technical debt and the need to educate employees slows progress.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Fewer than one in four companies outpace their industry peers on revenue and profit growth. New McKinsey research reveals the six mindsets and strategies that set these growth outperformers apart.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Since OpenAI released ChatGPT last November, it’s been hard to avoid the hype about generative AI. It has been hailed as a world-changing breakthrough on the scale of the steam engine and condemned as a world-ending threat to human life commensurate with nuclear war. The truth is it probably won’t be either anytime soon. So, let’s take a deep breath and look at what generative AI is — and what it isn’t.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Generative AI is front and center for nearly every industry and is poised to change just about everything. What will it mean for your workers?

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Barrett & Greene

OCTOBER 23, 2023

How many times have you read articles that refer to “cities and states,’ as though those two entities cover the waterfront for the broader term “local government”? Often, we’ll bet. But whenever we see references like that, we immediately wonder, “what happened to the counties?” There are over 3,000 counties (or so-called county-equivalents) in the United States with some 3.6 million employees, and they are at the center of many of the functions that Americans think of as government roles, just

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AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

While there is no shortage of innovation in the K12 sector, the inability to scale innovation stands out as one of the most common roadblocks to transformation across the vast and diverse K12 population—including students, teachers, and administrators. While an individual teacher, administrator, or school may have a great idea, securing funds and technical support to expand and adapt a successful concept is often difficult.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Are the days of following a linear career path — up the ladder, one step at a time — becoming a thing of the past? Kima Tozay, a recent GovLoop Featured Contributor and a 15-year veteran of public service, thinks so. In a recent blog post , Tozay noted that LinkedIn studies have found that Gen Zers (those born in 1997 or later) are far likelier than their predecessors to take the risk and switch career paths.

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California Department of Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2023

October 23, 2023 – The Department of Technology’s Information Security Leadership Academy (ISLA) is a rigorous 9-week program designed to provide training in critical technical and leadership concepts required for the state’s security workforce. On September 28, ISLA’s sixth cohort graduated a diverse class that included 24 students representing 22 state departments and agencies.

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GovPilot

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In today's technologically driven world, data is a vital commodity. Not only does data give local governments insight into the communities that they serve, but it also can be used to measure the effectiveness of previously implemented strategies in order to develop new, more proficient strategies. Data puts the power back into local governments hands, allowing them to make informed decisions for the benefit of the municipalities in which they serve.

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The City Fix

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Cities have always been dynamic hubs of culture, education, economic growth and opportunity, and most importantly, centers of social interaction attracting residents and visitors alike. It is no surprise then, that Asia and the Pacific have become increasingly more urban.

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Unlock the potential of sustainable facility management! This guide empowers small local governments to lead with climate-resilient infrastructure, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and more. Elevate your community's resilience, reduce costs, and embrace eco-friendly practices. Discover the role of facility maintenance teams in green cleaning, sustainability analyses, and infrastructure upgrades.

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A Library Writer's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

RSR seeks articles for Volume 52, Issue 3: Beyond Downsizing: Rightsizing The Academic Library , a special issue on academic library rightsizing initiatives. Rightsizing is the process of restructuring an organization to become more effective or meet new objectives, often involving reducing the number of employees, reorganizing upper management, cutting costs, changing job roles, and refining workflows.

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GCN

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Officials try to get ahead of misinformation created by AI before the 2024 elections.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The report leverages global and European banking trends to provide insight into the current state of the Polish banking sector.

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Partnership for Public Service

OCTOBER 23, 2023

IMAGINE getting a new responsibility you’ve never had before. You’ve demonstrated signs of success but have never had to work in this new area full time. Starting now, other people rely on you and expect you to produce and have an immediate impact. Public Service Leadership Model You might be thinking that the new responsibility involves managing a project or a budget.

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PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.

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CarahCast

OCTOBER 23, 2023

GovExec and Carahsoft co-hosted the annual GovForward FedRAMP Summit in Washington, D.C. to discuss the evolving threat landscape of federal cloud adoption. This event brings together government experts and industry innovators to examine the impact of threat-based cloud adoption, Federal policy changes and the power of knowledge sharing that drives technological advancements.

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California Department of Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2023

October 23, 2023 – Public sector leaders from around the country gathered in Minneapolis this October for the National Association of Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) Fall conference. NASCIO hosts the semi-annual event offering workshops, panel discussions, keynote presentations, and networking opportunities showcasing government innovation. State Chief Information Officer Liana Bailey-Crimmins said during a panel discussion that the next 5-years are anticipated to be more disruptive than the

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A Library Writer's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

CFP URL: [link] NASIG Autumn, our standalone virtual event, went really well, and now we are looking forward to our annual in-person event in Spokane, Washington, from 3-7 June 2024 ! Please note those dates, which are slightly different than what was previously announced earlier this year. What follows is our call for workshop ideas and facilitators, as well as a call for proposals for in-person presentations (concurrent sessions).

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California Department of Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2023

October 23, 2023 – CDT is preparing to launch the initial phase of the Cloud Smart-driven California Cloud Services Program. This new approach will help the departments work with customers to tailor solutions that best meet individual department cloud goals and business objectives. This approach is expected to improve cyber security, cloud architecture, workforce readiness, and cost-effectiveness of California’s Cloud services.

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Discover comprehensive strategies for optimizing operations and achieving cost efficiency! This document offers insights into efficient inspections, data-driven decision-making, goal alignment, and resource optimization. It empowers local governments and maintenance departments to streamline operations and ensure significant cost savings. From aligning maintenance goals with community needs to leveraging data for strategic planning, this guide provides a roadmap for smoother, more reliable opera

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A Library Writer's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Just wanted to send out one more call! Ticker: The Academic Business Librarianship Review is seeking articles for Volume 9, Issue 1, to be published in the Spring of 2024. This is a great opportunity for librarians interested in doing research in any and all areas related to business librarianship. We are an open access journal committed to promoting the widest possible discussion of original and translational research, evidence-based pieces, case studies, and more.

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California Department of Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2023

October 23, 2023 – Governor Gavin Newsom’s proclamation that October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month underscores the state’s commitment to promoting security and protecting residents in an evolving digital landscape. It serves as a reminder that everyone shares a responsibility to safeguard their digital assets and personal information. Continue reading Governor Proclaims October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month at TechBlog.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

OCTOBER 23, 2023

A McKinsey Health Institute analysis shows older adults are happier and healthier when they engage more in society—and helping them do so could benefit the economy.

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California Department of Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2023

A message from Vitaliy Panych, State Chief Information Security Officer October 23, 2023 – On October 12, the 7th California Cybersecurity Education Summit showcased our united efforts to secure Californians’ privacy by attracting more than 700 dedicated technology and cybersecurity leaders from the public and private sectors. It’s important to note that October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, serving as an annual reminder that organizations and individuals alike have a vital role in

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This comprehensive article delves into the transformative trends reshaping local government facility maintenance in anticipation of 2024. From embracing smart technology for efficient management, sustainability's pivotal role to data-driven decision-making, workforce upskilling, and predictive maintenance strategies, each aspect is explored. Insights into outsourcing collaborations, digital twins, safety enhancements, and the broader industry evolution highlight the critical adaptation needed.

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GCN

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Biden administration expects the innovation hubs to spur scientific and technological innovation in communities across the country, including small and rural areas and those with historically underserved populations.

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