Training – Youth Mental Health First Aid
Virtual TrainingYouth Mental Health First Aid USA teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults who... Read more »
Field Forum – Pronoun Use and Making Spaces LGBTQIA+ Inclusive
Online ForumParticipants will learn about the importance of recognizing and respecting one’s identity and pronouns and why heteronormative biases restrict our ability to do so. Using inclusive and non-gendered language in classrooms, work, and on playing fields is paramount to learning, self-esteem, sense of self, and safety. Learn the significance of declaring your pronouns and walk... Read more »
Shavuot
Jewish celebration of Moses' descent from Mt Sinai with the ten commandments.
Memorial Day
A US federal holiday for mourning the men and women who fought and died while serving in the US armed forces.
Field Forum – Understanding the New Core Knowledge and Competencies for Afterschool Professionals
Online ForumIn September of 2023, Vermont will be adopting the National Afterschool Association's Core Knowledge and Competencies for Afterschool Professionals. Please attend this field forum to learn about the new Core Knowledge areas and how they will support your professional growth in your work with children and youth. We will also discuss how these new Core... Read more »
Summerama
Summerama is Vermont Recreation & Parks Association's camp-specific staff training for new and seasoned counselors and recreation staff. Supplement your in-house staff orientations with a robust schedule of hands-on education sessions led by regional camp professionals. This is the first step toward training your staff and initiating a strong team bond. Space is limited.
Juneteenth
A US federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth marks the anniversary of the announcement of General Order No. 3 by Union Army General Gordon Granger on... Read more »
Eid al-Adha
Islamic Ritual of Sacrifice. The day after Arafat, the most important day in Hajj ritural. A three-day festival recalling Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah.
Independence Day
A US federal holiday to celebrate nationhood and commemorate the passage of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
First day of Muharram
Muharram is the first month in the Islamic calendar. The first day of Muharram is considered by many Muslims as the start of the New Year for Islam.