Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 5, 2023

Back in 2012 I posted 15 of my favorite interview questions. In this article I’m going to add to those and include questions other camp professionals suggested. If you have a favorite interview question, leave it in the comments. TELL US ABOUT YOU What is your favorite and least favorite thing about yourself? Are you […]. The post Over 100 Interview Questions for Summer Camp Hiring appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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Next City

JANUARY 2, 2023

Our editors selected our top stories of urban innovation to feature in our annual Solutions of the Year roundup.

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Peak Proposals

JANUARY 1, 2023

January 01, 2023 Like many of you, we’ve worked on grant proposals that have not come together easily, and the final product feels mediocre at best. Despite their weaknesses, sometimes the proposals still get funded, but that’s the exception, not the rule. Is there a way to avoid the risk of submitting a weak proposal that has little chance of getting funded?

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Human Transit

JANUARY 5, 2023

Matthew Yglesias thinks more carefully about transit than any other US pundit I’ve encountered at his level of celebrity, so his takes are often useful. Today, he has a very broad one, called “ American transit agencies should prioritize ridership over other goals.” He begins: Why does the United States struggle to create cost-effective rail infrastructure?

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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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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 6, 2023

SHOW NOTES It’s a new year. Curt and Chris talk about life changes (Chris is at a new camp) and what they they are up to as 2023 kicks off. HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL. The post SCP 176: A New Year – 2023 appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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Next City

JANUARY 6, 2023

In the wake of the George Floyd uprisings, a union of Black security workers and long-time community de-escalators in Minneapolis re-envisioned community safety through an apprenticeship. They’re already saving lives.

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State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2023

Artificial intelligence technologies, such as machine learning, speech recognition and computer vision, are becoming common building blocks for applications in the public sector. Here are answers to some common questions. Can AI improve citizen services? AI absolutely is a valuable tool. For example, state and local governments have become enthusiastic about putting as much information as possible online, but this is often siloed based on department or government level.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 5, 2023

Here’s a great (edited) idea from Jennifer O. Does your camp have an alumni program? Put out a call to talented and enthusiastic alumni to participate in an “All-Star Alumni Country Club.” During this event alumni will be guest instructors. The day before the event bring campers together to watch short videos submitted by the […].

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 4, 2023

Although a fully immersive, interconnected metaverse remains years away, mobility stakeholders can already capture real business value from the technologies designed to enable it.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Could you manage a $10B Disaster Recovery effort?

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GCN

JANUARY 6, 2023

The workhorse computing language suffers from a “major image problem” rooted in fundamental misperceptions, researchers say.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 4, 2023

SHOW NOTES In this episode, Kelie and Natalie reconnect with Jonathan and Sami to recount how their first summer as full time Directors went! Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com Links: Jon’s email: jon@campkadesh Sami’s email: seron@mdausa.org HOSTS KELIE COOK NATALIE HAMILTON.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 5, 2023

Setting up a winning digital and advanced-analytics organization is hard. Decisions about talent and technology will often determine the transformation’s success.

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2023

It’s already been more than two years since the pandemic forced a dramatic shift in organizations’ workplace operations, and federal agencies were no exception. The rapid adoption of remote work in 2020 led agencies to permanently change the way they operate, with remote and hybrid working environments now here to stay. Still, private and public organizations continue to try to figure out exactly how to structure their new work environments if some form of remote work is truly permanent.

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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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GCN

JANUARY 5, 2023

Rather than solely relying on the typical defensive playbook, state and local government agencies must develop a proactive and risk-based approach to cybersecurity.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 3, 2023

Here is a very simple game that you can play with a group of campers. Thanks to Danielle Y. for submitting this idea. STEP 1 Grab a bag and label it “What Am I?” This can be a brown paper bag, a backpack, or anything else that can hide an item. STEP 2 Put an […]. The post What Am I? (Game) appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 6, 2023

Results from the 2022 McKinsey Global Industrial Robotics Survey reveal that industrial companies are set to spend heavily on robotics and automation. However, many will need help to complete the journey.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 6, 2023

On the heels of a notable year when it comes to federal investments in communities, there are increasingly more opportunities for city leaders and local governments to prioritize healthy housing for all residents.

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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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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2023

DevSecOps is a practice where security is baked into the software and service development of an agency from the beginning. Adopting such a practice takes time and effort, so is it worth it for federal agencies to undertake this task? With common government pain points in my mind, DevSecOps could be the smart way forward. An IBM survey shows that governments identify security as the biggest reason to modernize their IT infrastructures.

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Government Technology Insider

JANUARY 5, 2023

Today, nearly every task can be accomplished instantaneously using a mobile device. Town of Gilbert, Arizona embraced this model of self-service and began modernizing its services by digitizing it’s government forms. By focusing its digital transformation efforts on improving the customer experience , the Town of Gilbert was able to implement innovative solutions that provided constituents and employees with the tools and resources they needed during an unprecedented pandemic. .

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 6, 2023

Underwriters can use granular trend-impact diagnostics on portfolios, recalibrated risk selection, and greater underwriting agility to adapt to the evolving and uncertain insurance market.

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GCN

JANUARY 6, 2023

With a major federal push underway to boost production of microchips in the U.S., a trade group for the industry highlights over 40 major projects nationwide.

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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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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2023

While it has been a mainstay in the private sector for many years, software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) technology is still slowly finding its way into the federal government. However, the benefits of SD-WAN are more critical than ever as agencies look to modernize their older network topologies and bolster cybersecurity. Some agencies have started to adopt SD-WAN in the form of network transitions and modernizations under the General Services Administration’s $50 billion Enterprise In

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Snow is a disaster that can be everywhere at once.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 5, 2023

Growth in the availability and variety of real-world data, including nonhealth sources of data, opens up new opportunities, as well as challenges, in their application to real-world evidence and improving health outcomes.

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GCN

JANUARY 3, 2023

Agencies need access to accurate, consistent and contextualized data to close the digital divide.

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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.

Local Government

Super Library Marketing

JANUARY 4, 2023

Watch the video. The Library Marketing​​​​​​​​ Show, Episode 173: What if I told you, there is a calendar that can help you program all of your library emails for 2023? I’ll share this secret resource and more library email tips. Kudos in this episode go to the Milwaukee Public Library. Do you have a suggestion for a topic for a future episode?

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 6, 2023

A few tips all of us should follow.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 3, 2023

Proof of stake (PoS) is a consensus protocol in blockchains. It is a way to decide which user or users validate new blocks of transactions and earn a reward for doing so correctly.

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GCN

JANUARY 3, 2023

City websites using machine translations still look to humans to ensure accuracy.

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Speaker: Alan Kavanaugh, BA, CRM, CCPI ​​​​​​​Director of Loss Control & Risk Management

This session is designed to unveil the transformative potential of digital solutions in reshaping conventional practices, offering a roadmap towards greener and more efficient facilities regardless of municipality size. Attendees will learn: Insights into cutting-edge trends and strategies in sustainable facility management. Practical knowledge to effectively incorporate digital solutions for operational efficiency.

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