Registration is open for the 2013 Conference!

Registration is now open for the 2013 Conference!  Until March 8^th, you can register for the reduced rate of $235!  If you are an FLC member, you can get a greater discount by paying just $210 for the conference!  If you are not a member yet, you can sign up to be a member right on the conference registration form.

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Registration to the conference includes:

1.  Admission to amazing and inspiring general sessions,
2. Your choice of informative sessions within 13 tracks,
3. The opening reception filled with delicious hor dourves,
4. A yummy continental breakfast on Thursday, a tasty closing luncheon Friday and daily refreshments,
5. A chance  to meet with fellow literacy advocates though social and networking events,
6. Admission to the resource filled literacy product exhibition, and
7. A snazzy conference tote bag, program and resource materials

Registration is easy!  Just follow this link to registration, and it will take right to the registration form.  You can pay online through PayPal (no PayPal account needed!) or you can send us a check or PO.

Member, Early Bird – March 8, 2012	$210
Non-Member, Early Bird – March 8, 2012	$235
Member – Before April 26, 2012	$235
Non-Member – Before April 26, 2012	$260
On-Site – After April 26th, 2012	$275

Do you have more questions about the conference?  Go to the Conference webpage!

2012 Conference Recap + Session Handouts!

The 2012 might have been our best conference yet! Record attendance, inspiring keynotes, resourceful exhibitors, interesting session choices, a beautiful location and of course, wonderful attendees.

Some top moments included Mawi…everything, adult learners reading their essays from the 2012 Essay book, State Literacy Awards Winners and watching part of Sarah Entine’s film, Read Me Differently.

We also had a lovely photographer, Ashleigh Marie, who took several wonderful photos of the event. They’ll be uploaded to our Flickr account very soon, but in the mean time, check out this sneak peek on our facebook!

There were several great presentations! Here are handouts from a few who have already sent me them. This list will be updated as more presenters email me their handouts. So if you presented at this past conference, share  your wealth of information with other literacy enthusiasts!

PBS-So much more than Sesame Street!
Gail Taylor, WEDU
PBS Fact Sheet
PBS KIDS Online Anytime
American Graduate
PBS Teacher Resources – Florida PBS Learning Media

Social Media: Marketing Made Easy
Annie Schmidt, Florida Literacy Coalition
Social Media Handout
Social Media Presentation

Call for Conference Guest Bloggers!

Are you interested in dipping your feet in the social media waters?

Do you have a passion for writing?

Are you going to be at the 2012 Florida Literacy Conference?

 

We are looking for YOU to help us blog! FLC is seeking guest bloggers to contribute their thoughts/perceptions of the 2012 Florida Literacy Conference to this blog.  If you are interested in writing before, during or after conference,  complete the 2012 Conference Blogger Information Form and submit it to Annie Schmidt, schmidta@floridaliteracy.org,  by Friday, April 27.

Green Light Special! Buy 10 get 1 FREE Conference Registration!

Green Light Special!

Buy 10 Get 1 FREE!

Attention Florida Literacy Conference Registrants, we have a green light special for conference registrations!  Buy 10, get 1 free!

Yes!  It is true!  If you send on planning ten (10) or more people from your organization to the Florida Literacy Conference, you will get one registration free!  Registrations must be sent together.  So, have one person collect all eleven (11) registrations, write a check for ten (10)!  Or, collect all twenty-two (22) registrations, and write a check for twenty (20)!

If you’re a real super saver, then don’t forget, early bird registration ends March 9!

For more information about the conference, go to http://www.floridaliteracy.org/floridaliteracyconference.html

Have you registered for the 2012 Florida Literacy Conference?

Have you registered for the 2012 Florida Literacy Conference?  If not, now is the time!  Until March 9^th, you can register for the reduced rate of $235!  However, FLC members get an even great discount paying just $210 for the conference!  If you are not a member yet, you can sign up to be a member right on the conference registration form.

Registration to the conference includes:

1.  Admission to amazing and inspiring general sessions,
2. Your choice of informative sessions within 13 tracks,
3. The opening reception filled with delicious hor dourves,
4. A yummy continental breakfast on Thursday, a tasty closing luncheon Friday and daily refreshments,
5. A chance  to meet with fellow literacy advocates though social and networking events,
6. Admission to the resource filled literacy product exhibition, and
7. A snazzy conference tote bag, program and resource materials

Registration is easy!  Just follow this link to registration, and it will take right to the registration form.  You can pay online through PayPal (no PayPal account needed!), or you can send us a check or PO!

Member, Early Bird – March 9, 2012	$210
Non-Member, Early Bird – March 9, 2012	$235
Member – Before April 27, 2012	$235
Non-Member – Before April 27, 2012	$260
On-Site – After April 27th, 2012	$275

Do you have more questions about the conference?  Go to Conference FAQs!

Why you should visit St. Petersburg, site for the 2012 FLC Conference

Downtown

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With an average of 361 sunny days a year, there’s no doubting St. Petersburg’s sunny disposition. But it’s the action in downtown St. Pete that has things really heating up in the ‘Sunshine City.’

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St. Pete Pier

Featuring seven miles of beautifully preserved downtown waterfront parks, the area makes for a perfect leisurely stroll along the shoreline. This pedestrian friendly city center boasts more than just an abundance of sunshine, offering up open-air eateries, shops, boutiques and culture galore.

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Dali Museum

The Pier, a landmark building located in the heart of St. Petersburg is a unique piece of Florida architecture that offers visitors a chance to experience the waterfront along Tampa Bay. Located at the end of a 1/4-mile-long approach, this five story inverted pyramid features shops, restaurants, its own aquarium, live music and even boat docks.

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Museum of Fine Art

Downtown is alive with the arts, including the stunning new Dali Museum, the permanent home of the most comprehensive collection of the great Spanish artist’s works. You can also visit the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) or the Chihuly Collection, two other world-class spots for art lovers. The MFA features 4,000 objects, including works by Cezanne, Monet, Gauguin, Renoir and O’Keeffe—while the Chihuly Collection (the only space of its kind in the world) is a permanent display of works by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly.

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Chihuly Chandeliers

At night, things really get going. Bars and restaurants of all kinds sling drinks and every first Friday of the month, the city hosts a big block party along Central Avenue, complete with live music, food, drinks and dancing in the street.

We hope you enjoy your stay! Register for the FLC Conference Today!

Presenters Needed!

Let your voice be heard at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront May 9-11^th!

Next year marks the 28th anniversary of the Florida Literacy Conference. This is a great opportunity to share your wisdom, techniques, research and promising practices in adult and family literacy with others from across the state.

As a presenter, you will receive the benefits of priority registration and networking with your peers. You can also enjoy a savings of $25.00 off the regular registration rate.

We know you have great ideas, and we want everyone to hear them. Let us know if you have any session ideas that could help the conference be even better this year.

Proposed sessions will be selected based on the information you provide.  Since we try to offer new sessions each year, please note that if you have previously presented your proposed session it should still be relevant, timely, and updated with fresh material.

To submit a proposal, complete the online form. Proposals must be received online by Monday, December 12, 2011. Information as it appears on this form will be used in the final conference program.

Contact Yari Payne, Education & Training Coordinator, at (407) 246-7110 x 203 or conference@floridaliteracy.org.

Thank you for your time and support, we hope to see you at our 28^th anniversary of the Florida Literacy Conference.

Save the Date for the 2011 Florida Literacy Conference

2011 Florida Literacy Conference - Open Books Open Minds

Keep an eye on the Florida Literacy Conference page of the Florida Literacy Coalition website for further details!