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School Facilities Management Institute's Turf Maintenance Regional Training Programs a Green Success
SBGA and SFMI teamed up with Dr. Jennifer Grant of the New York State Integrated Pest Management Program and Dr. Frank Rossi of Cornell University to examine how to "grow good grass cheap" in these challenging economic times. School facility directors and their grounds staff from across the state gathered together at four regional locations to hear strategies on prioritizing turf maintenance practices, managing field overuse, updates on new pesticide regulations and pest management control, and how to effectively communicate their plan to district stakeholders.
In addition, attendees participated in field walks with Drs. Grant and Rossi, Cornell Cooperative Extension representatives and the respective grounds staff at each location for an up-close look at seeding practices, pest control and more.
"Classroom training is important, but the field walks added to the overall program content," said Fred Koelbel, SFMI Chair (Port Jefferson UFSD). "It allowed for more dialogue and a regional perspective for attendees."
We were pleased to provide pesticide applicator recertification credits from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and continuing education credits for SBGA's Certified Director of Facilities (CDF) and Affiliated Development Program (ADP) programs.
SGBA and SFMI would like to thank the following school facility directors and grounds crew staff for making the Regional Training Series a great success:
- W.T. Clarke High School (East Meadow UFSD) - Pat Pizzo, Van Iacoboni
- LaGrangeville Middle School (Arlington CSD) - Henry Cibelli, Tim Terralavoro
- Rush-Henrietta Operations Center (Rush-Henrietta CSD) - Ken Nelson, John Gaffney
- Liverpool High School (Liverpool CSD) - Joe Hammond, CDF; Paul Hoag, Dan Carroll and Dan deBerjeois
"This was a tremendously valuable program, especially during these economic times, and we appreciate our members opening their doors to their colleagues," commented Chris Ouderkirk, CDF, SGBA President (Sandy Creek CSD).
Unable to join us? Want to know more? Click here for the presentations.
Thanks to the following sponsors for supporting our training series:
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Since 1993, the NYS Association for Superintendents of Buildings and Grounds, Inc. (SBGA) has provided more than 100 children of SBGA members with scholarships totaling over $150,000.
Congratulations to this year's recipients!
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| Sarah Andryshak |
Thomas Andryshak |
Florida UFSD |
| Ashley Bell |
Jesse Bell |
Tri-Valley CSD |
| Ryan Cochrane |
The Late Patrick Cochrane |
Pearl River CSD |
| Gina Figler |
Gene Figler |
Glens Falls City SD |
| Emily Riggi |
Peter Riggi, CDF |
Schuylerville CSD |
| Jennifer Zanghi |
Thomas Zanghi |
Cassadaga Valley CS |
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Association leaders gathered in Newburgh for their annual Leadership Weekend April 29-May 1, and the theme this year was Service, Leadership & Legacy. As leaders of the organization, participants at this event have committed their profession to serving their districts, taken leadership roles within their local Chapter, and now are carrying out the legacy of their predecessors.
"As part of our theme and agenda for the event, we invited a number of past leaders of the organization to share their experience with our current leaders," said Chris Ouderkirk, CDF, SBGA President (Sandy Creek CSD). "It was my pleasure and honor to welcome our special guests to this year's Leadership Weekend. The group of distinguished men helped shape our organization, and make it what it is today."
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This year's Professional Development Conference and Exhibit Show programs are set. Register now and save a combined total of $150 on your conference tuition and hotel package!
Our theme this year is Creating, Operating & Maintaining Sustainable Learning Environments, so join us this year as we explore best practices to effectively and efficiently utilize the latest technological innovations in the design, construction and maintenance of our school buildings. Again this year we bring back experts on energy and sustainability, facilities planning, building and classroom layout, indoor air quality, and more.
Plus, learn about industry vendors' latest and greatest products and services at the exhibit show as you travel through our 2010 School Facilities Greener Tomorrow Expo on the trade show floor, beginning Sunday evening. Click here for Expo Registration Materials.
Thank You Sponsors!
(As of May 28, 2010)
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New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) - Energy & Sustainability Showcase
Platinum
C&S Companies/QueCentre - Expo Grand Opening
Siemens - Monday Association Luncheon
Gold
The Greenwood Corporation - Monday Afternoon General Session
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Day Automation Systems, Inc. - Monday Morning Coffee Break
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AccuScan
Arris Contracting Company
BASF
Nagle Athletic Surfaces
Straus Paper
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Nearly 250 educational professionals ventured to historic Chancellor's Hall at the NYSED building in Albany March 25 for the 2010 School Facilities Critical Issues One-Day Training Summit.
Each and every day educational professionals strive to provide New York State's school children a strong education. School facilities professionals work to sustain these campuses, ensuring safe, clean, healthy learning environments for students and communities.
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The School Facilities Management Professional Development Conference and Expo is coming back to Saratoga Springs, and we invite you to be a part of this exceptional show. Once again SBGA and SFMI are co-hosting this event - offering the school facility industry the very best in education and training, networking opportunities and a comprehensive marketplace to conduct business. The Expo is scheduled for October 3-4 at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Click here for the brochure.
Register before July 6 and save $400! This is a great opportunity for you to pay the same booth fee as last year-$1,100. After July 6, the booth fee is $1,500, so send in your contract and payment NOW!
Click here to download the 2010 Expo Registration Forms.
Feel free to contact our Expo Coordinator, Mike Cocca,
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Preparing the Future...One Scholarship at a Time
The 2010 Fred Hack Memorial Scholarship program is underway! Promotional materials are going out this month and the application in now available online. Dependent children of our Active and Affiliate members can apply for this scholarship, offered each year to help defray the high cost of education. We encourage you all to take advantage of this valuable member benefit, and remember, the deadline is March 31. Good luck!
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