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District 10 News
Discover what is new that is happening in District 10, with information on all the events, resources, and more!
District 10 Mentorship Program Lunch & Learn #1
Lunch and Learns with the Mentorship Program are back!
Date & Time: December 16 | 12pm - 1pm
Teams Info: Meeting ID - 281 201 617 796 43 | Passcode - Jn7W7LH9
Join your mentorship pair for a focused training designed to help you thrive in the field of recreation.
This meeting is centered around Personnel Management, led by Teneale McCullough, Community Services Supervisor with the City of Lakewood.
You will explore key topics including recruiting strategies, effective training, staff retention, and performance evaluations.
This training is open to everyone, and we hope to see you there!
District 10 Student Scholarship Applications
The California Park and Recreation Society (CPRS) District 10 Student Scholarship program is now accepting applications to help cover costs associated with school!
Scholarships range from $250-$1000+ dollars depending on the number of applications received each year. All staffers (undergraduate and graduate) are encouraged to apply for fundraising aid.
Applications are open now through February 9, with Virtual Interviews scheduled to take place March 17 and 18. Selected recipients will be invited to attend the Awards and Installation Banquet on April 9 in the city of Fullerton to receive their scholarship. Attending the banquet is strongly encouraged for those wishing to receive funds.
To apply, visit the link here: D10 Student Scholarship Application Form
For more information, contact Amanda Kubik at akubik@cityofmissionviejo.org or Jasmine Smith at jasmine.smith@longbeach.gov
2025/2026 D10 Award Nominations Open
Don't miss out on the chance to recognize the AMAZING people, programs, or facilities in your agency.
Nominations are now OPEN for a variety of categories, including some new ones:
Career Achievement Award
Coveted Leadership Award
Individual Impact Award (NEW)
Agency of Distinction Award (NEW)
Most Valuable Part-Time Player Award
Parks Make Life Better Award
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The Parks Make Life Better Award honors a District 10 agency, facility, park, Special event, or program that demonstrates creativity and innovation in meeting community needs or enhancing service delivery.
Distinguished Volunteer Award
CPRS Connected Community Award (NEW)
D10 JEDI Award (NEW)
Nominations are due February 24, 2026, but don't wait to submit!
For questions, contact Mark Freeman at markf@ggcity.org
RLTC x LURPA Save the Date
It's time to level up!
Join us for a special Winter Recreation Leader Training Consortium & Level Up: Rising Professional Academy collab where you will learn the tips and tricks needed to take the next step in your recreation career!
Date & Time: Saturday, February 7 | 9am - 1pm
Location: 4900 Southern Ave, South Gate, CA 90280
More info to come!
Events & Deadlines
District 10 Training
Thursday, January 22 | 9:00am - 2:00pm
More info to come!
Mentorship Program Nature Walk Social
The deadline to RSVP is EXTENDED to December 10, 2025.
CPRS Awards of Excellence Applications
The deadline to submit is December 18, 2025.
CPRS JEDI Survey
How well do you know the CPRS JEDI Counsel?
The Counsel supports our community through resources, training and ongoing leadership in justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. As our professional environment continues to evolve, so do the needs and expectations of our members.
We want to hear from you to help guide the future of JEDI in CPRS.
Please take a few minutes to complete a short and anonymous member survey. Your perspective will help shape the direction of this important work.
Survey can be found: CPRS Member Survey: JEDI Initiative
CPRS Sections Events & Deadlines
Admin Section Exec Talks
Tuesday, January 6, 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Zoom
District 10 Community Resources
D10 Shoutout!
District 10 is home to a number of incredible agencies!
Check out the City of South Gate for a recap of their annual Winter Wonderland 'Mele Kalikimaka'!
City of South Gate Winter Wonderland
Do you have a program, event, or staff member that you would love to highlight?
The D10 Shoutout will shine the spotlight every week on the people, places, and stories that make our district so special!
Share your story and 1-2 pictures to cprsdistrict10@gmail.com, and you can be highlighted next!
Dues Relief
D10 provides Dues Relief to remove a financial barrier that would prevent members from attending events, trainings, and or renewing their membership.
All D10 members are encouraged to apply. Non-CPRS members are encouraged to apply to receive membership.
Click Here for Dues Relief Form
Submit Your Pictures!
Do you have some cool photos and want to show off your awesome Staff?! Submit your pictures today for a chance to be featured in various media throughout District 10.
*Submissions will be continuously
Submit Here!
Job Opportunities
Community Recreation Services Manager (Full-Time)
City of Long Beach
The CRS Manager will be responsible for the oversight and monitoring of various budgets for recreation programs and services. They will select, train, evaluate, and discipline staff at all employment levels. They will continue to meet the vision and goals of the department's strategic plan. The CRS Manager is accountable for planning, organizing, and directing the work activities of the CRS Bureau.
Deadline to Apply: Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Thank you,
Your 2025-2026 D10 Board
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Travis Ramsdell
Recreation Coordinator
City of Westminster
Westminster CA
(714) 548-3677
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