Difference between revisions of "2015 IDEAS Conference"
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'''Exhibit Hall Open: Wednesday, June 3 (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM) and Thursday, June 4 (9:30 AM to 5:00 PM)''' | '''Exhibit Hall Open: Wednesday, June 3 (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM) and Thursday, June 4 (9:30 AM to 5:00 PM)''' | ||
='''Participant Registration/Info'''= | |||
Coming Soon! Register for the 2015 IDEAS Conference | |||
An updated agenda, schedule-at-a-glance, lodging rates, and other important conference information can be found at the [http://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Special-Education-Services/Pages/IDEAS-2015-Handouts.aspx GDOE IDEAS Conference page.] | |||
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'''Exhibitor registration is $200 and includes:''' | '''Exhibitor registration is $200 and includes:''' | ||
*Two (2) | *Two (2) complimentary conference registrations | ||
*One 2'x8' draped table | *One 2'x8' draped table | ||
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*Additional Company Representatives/Staff $75 (this fee is for staff in addition to the 2 complimentary registrations covered by your exhibitor registration) | *Additional Company Representatives/Staff $75 (this fee is for staff in addition to the 2 complimentary registrations covered by your exhibitor registration) | ||
Exhibitor tables will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Representatives are invited to participate in conference sessions on a space available basis. Additional information will be sent once your exhibit registration is received. | Exhibitor tables will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Representatives are invited to participate in conference sessions on a space available basis and as long as your exhibit table is staffed during all times that the exhibit hall is open to conference participants. Additional information will be sent once your exhibit registration is received. | ||
Exhibitors | Exhibitors can only register through Eventbrite. Credit cards are the accepted method of payment. | ||
Exhibiting fees are non-refundable. Exhibitors who do not show for the exhibit hall are still responsible for full payment of the exhibit registration fee. | Exhibiting fees are non-refundable. Exhibitors who do not show for the exhibit hall are still responsible for full payment of the exhibit registration fee. | ||
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*[http://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Special-Education-Services/Pages/IDEAS-2015-Handouts.aspx 2015 IDEAS Call for Proposals] | |||
We encourage you to submit a proposal to present a workshop during the 2015 IDEAS Conference. | |||
Additionally, all exhibitors are encouraged to submit a proposal to present a workshop during the 2015 IDEAS Conference. Exhibitor proposals should include information that educators and other supporting students with disabilities can actively incorporate into the classroom, curriculum building, active implementation. Any proposal submitted by an exhibitor that reflects product endorsement will automatically be denied. | |||
='''Exhibit Hall Hours'''= | ='''Exhibit Hall Hours'''= | ||
*Exhibit Hall Set up - Wednesday June | *Exhibit Hall Set up - Wednesday June 3, 2015 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | ||
*Exhibit Hall Open - Wednesday June | *Exhibit Hall Open - Wednesday June 3, 2015 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and Thursday, June 5, 2015 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM | ||
*Exhibit Hall Breakdown - Thursday, June | *Exhibit Hall Breakdown - Thursday, June 4, 2015 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM | ||
='''Shipping Materials'''= | ='''Shipping Materials'''= | ||
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'''Include Company Name and the words Strickland Auditorium/Exhibit Hall''' | '''Include Company Name and the words Strickland Auditorium/Exhibit Hall''' | ||
'''100 Arthur J. Moore Drive | '''100 Arthur J. Moore Drive, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522''' | ||
='''TFL Awards Nomination'''= | ='''TFL Awards Nomination'''= | ||
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These awards will be presented during the opening and closing sessions of IDEAS! | These awards will be presented during the opening and closing sessions of IDEAS! | ||
For more information about these awards contact Carolyn Phillips at [mailto: carolyn.Phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu carolyn.Phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu]. | For more information about these awards contact Carolyn Phillips at [mailto:carolyn.Phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu carolyn.Phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu]. | ||
Download the [[Media:2015_Tools_for_Life_AT_Awards_Nomination_Fillable_Form.pdf|Award Nomination Form here]] or at the [http://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Special-Education-Services/Pages/IDEAS-2015-Handouts.aspx 2015 IDEAS conference website.] | Download the [[Media:2015_Tools_for_Life_AT_Awards_Nomination_Fillable_Form.pdf|Award Nomination Form here]] or at the [http://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Special-Education-Services/Pages/IDEAS-2015-Handouts.aspx 2015 IDEAS conference website.] |
Revision as of 15:31, 26 March 2015
Date and Location
Epworth by the Sea, St Simons Island
4th Annual IDEAS Conference - June 2-5, 2015
Pre-Conference Sessions - June 1-2, 2015
Monday, June 1, 12:45 - Tuesday, June 2, 11:45
Exhibit Hall Open: Wednesday, June 3 (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM) and Thursday, June 4 (9:30 AM to 5:00 PM)
Participant Registration/Info
Coming Soon! Register for the 2015 IDEAS Conference
An updated agenda, schedule-at-a-glance, lodging rates, and other important conference information can be found at the GDOE IDEAS Conference page.
Exhibitor Information
Follow this link for Exhibitor Registration
Registration for exhibiting at IDEAS 2015 is available only online through Eventbrite created and hosted by Tools for Life at AMAC Accessibility/Georgia Tech. The exhibit hall will be held in Strickland Auditorium at Epworth by the Sea on Wednesday, June 3 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and Thursday, June 4 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Exhibitor registration is $200 and includes:
- Two (2) complimentary conference registrations
- One 2'x8' draped table
- Printed tabletop signage showing company name
- Box lunch for up to two (2) company representatives/staff on Thursday June 4, 2015
- Name badges
- Listing in the official conference program (if registered by deadline)
Additional exhibitor fees may include:
- Literature/Information Table $25 (if you are unable to attend and would like to send materials in lieu of your company's attendance)
- Additional Company Representatives/Staff $75 (this fee is for staff in addition to the 2 complimentary registrations covered by your exhibitor registration)
Exhibitor tables will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Representatives are invited to participate in conference sessions on a space available basis and as long as your exhibit table is staffed during all times that the exhibit hall is open to conference participants. Additional information will be sent once your exhibit registration is received.
Exhibitors can only register through Eventbrite. Credit cards are the accepted method of payment.
Exhibiting fees are non-refundable. Exhibitors who do not show for the exhibit hall are still responsible for full payment of the exhibit registration fee.
For additional questions regarding exhibit hall opportunities, please contact Liz Persaud at liz.persaud@gatfl.gatech.edu.
Submit a Proposal
We encourage you to submit a proposal to present a workshop during the 2015 IDEAS Conference.
Additionally, all exhibitors are encouraged to submit a proposal to present a workshop during the 2015 IDEAS Conference. Exhibitor proposals should include information that educators and other supporting students with disabilities can actively incorporate into the classroom, curriculum building, active implementation. Any proposal submitted by an exhibitor that reflects product endorsement will automatically be denied.
Exhibit Hall Hours
- Exhibit Hall Set up - Wednesday June 3, 2015 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Exhibit Hall Open - Wednesday June 3, 2015 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and Thursday, June 5, 2015 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Exhibit Hall Breakdown - Thursday, June 4, 2015 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Shipping Materials
Please ship your materials to:
Epworth By The Sea
IDEAS CONFERENCE
Include Company Name and the words Strickland Auditorium/Exhibit Hall
100 Arthur J. Moore Drive, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
TFL Awards Nomination
Each year Tools for Life encourages the nomination of deserving individuals or teams demonstrating exemplary practices in the area of assistive technology. The awards nomination deadline is on Tuesday, May 19, 2015. Nominations are accepted in the areas of:
- Excellence in AT - Team Award
- Tools for Life Visionary Award
- Tools for Life Innovative Design Award
- Tools for Life Leadership Award
These awards will be presented during the opening and closing sessions of IDEAS!
For more information about these awards contact Carolyn Phillips at carolyn.Phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu.
Download the Award Nomination Form here or at the 2015 IDEAS conference website.
About
Georgia Department of Education’s Division for Special Education Services and Supports is proud to offer the IDEAS (Institute Designed for Educating All Students) Conference in partnership with Tools for Life at Georgia Tech and Georgia CEC. The IDEAS Conference will offer a wide range of session topics and presentations that will address technical and functional perspectives for all educators who teach students with disabilities.
Topics
- Assistive & Instructional Technology, Accessibility
- Behavior, Social Skills & Classroom Management
- Co-Teaching & Inclusive Practices
- Educational/Instructional Strategies
- Integrating Curriculum Standards into Instruction
- Parent/Family Engagement
- Policies, Procedures & Practices
- Speech, Language & Communication
- Assessment
- Disability Awareness
- Self-Advocacy
- Sensory Impairment
- Transition
- Low Incidence Populations
Questions and More Info
All Exhibiting questions can be directed to Liz Persaud at liz.persaud@gatfl.gatech.edu
Visit the official 2015 IDEAS conference website for more details and information.