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The 95th
Georgia PTA Convention and Leadership Training will be held on July
10-11, 2009. All Convention and Leadership Training activities will
take place at the Georgia
International Convention Center (GICC), 2000 Convention Center
Concourse, College Park, Georgia 30337.
WHO
SHOULD ATTEND CLT?
Only
once a year, your PTA has the opportunity to directly affect the
business of Georgia PTA, energize your leaders, hear top-notch presentations,
obtain excellent training, network with leaders and peers from across
the state, and have fun.
Convention
and Leadership Training is an investment in the future leadership
and success of your PTA. We recognize that time and
money are scarce, but we must invest in ourselves to develop our
potential in order that PTA can ensure a better future for all children.
- Bring
your 2008-09 board members to Celebrate!
- Bring
your incoming 2009-10 board members to Educate!
- Bring
principals, teachers and school board members to Communicate!
- Bring
any members who have demonstrated that spark of leadership potential!
REGISTER
NOW
Save
time and money! Take advantage of the Advance Registration rate
and reserve the workshops of your choice. Register by June
19 to receive the Advance Registration rate. Save
time in the registration line. You will receive additional information
that will help you plan your trip, pack your suitcase, and make
your Convention and Leadership Training experience the best it can
be. You will return home with new ideas, improved skills and recharged
energy.
3
Ways to Register
- Mail
in – Register by June 19 and take advantage of the Advance Registration
rate
- On
line – for those who choose to use their personal credit card
- On
site – Register after June 19 or upon arrival at the Georgia International
Convention Center.
Registration
Confirmation
Confirmation
will be emailed if an email address is provided. Bring your confirmation
to registration.
CONVENTION/LEADERSHIP
TRAINING HOTEL
Sheraton
Gateway Hotel Atlanta Airport is the official 95th Annual Convention
Leadership Training headquarters. Click
here to learn more.
PARKING
AT THE GICC
Parking at the GICC is
included in the registration fee. You will have "in and out"
privileges on Friday and Saturday. Click
here for directions to the GICC.
ATTIRE
Casual/business
attire is the call for the day. The GICC is a large facility and
requires extensive walking so wear comfortable shoes. The conference
center will be well air conditioned so be sure to bring a sweater,
sweatshirt or jacket.
PTA
MART
Plan
to shop at the PTA Mart for a complete line of the latest PTA /PTSA
merchandise and supplies for your local unit. Present a professional
look with our exclusive merchandise. Many PTA supplies may be an
approved budget item and are reimbursable. We accept cash, personal
and PTA checks with two signatures and proper identification.
Mart
Hours
- Friday,
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Saturday,
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
EXHIBITOR
HOURS
- Friday,
9:00 am – 4:30 pm
- Friday,
Great Ideas Fair and Exhibitor Showcase, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
- Saturday,
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
MEMBERSHIP
CARD DISTRIBUTION
Membership
Card Distribution will be available during the registration hours
on both Friday and Saturday inside Exhibit Hall A. President or
authorized designee, as noted on the registration form, may pick
up the cards.
- Friday,
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Saturday,
8:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:45 pm – 3:00 pm during the your district
meetings
KEYS
TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Georgia
PTA 's Keys to Leadership
Success recognizes PTA members for their commitment to developing
leadership skills. Become a more effective volunteer while building
both your knowledge and leadership skills. Fulfill the mandatory
training requirements, attend key PTA events, and choose from a
variety of personal leadership skills training, such as public speaking,
team building and conflict resolution.
Receive
a Keys to Leadership Success Passport at Convention Leadership
Training to record your completed requirements. You have two years
to complete the requirements, beginning with your first attended
event. Click
here for more details.
Once
you have completed the key requirements, make a copy for your passport
and mail to the state office no later than 30 days prior to Convention/Leadership
Training. Receive a specially designed pin from Georgia
PTA and unlock your full potential!
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