iNACOL Membership Meeting on Sunday evening
iNACOL Members are invited to attend the iNACOL Membership Annual Meeting on Sunday, November 15th at 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., where we will be discussing iNACOL programs, membership services, updates and future plans. We will also be recognizing the new Online Learning Innovator award-winners.
Networking opportunities on Sunday and Monday nights
iNACOL President’s Welcome Reception – Sunday, November 15th , 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. This year, the President’s Welcome Reception will be held in the Austin Grand Ballroom, onsite at the Austin Hilton. We hope to see you there!
VSS Monday Night Networking Dinner – Monday, November 16th , 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Monday night VSS networking dinner will be held at the nearby Texas History Museum at the State Capitol, transportation will be provided.
VSS Newcomers Welcome and Orientation on Monday morning
First-time VSS Attendees: We are excited that you will be attending the conference for the first time. You will have the opportunity to learn from and network with expert leaders and practitioners in K-12 online learning from around the world.
In order for you to get the best possible experience throughout the conference, we would like to invite first-time attendees to a “Newcomers’ Welcome Session” on Monday, November 16th, 7:15 -7:45 a.m. in Meeting Room 406 in the Hilton. This session will be during the Continental Breakfast prior to the 8:00 a.m. opening session. This Welcome Session will allow you to meet several members of the iNACOL Staff and the VSS Program Committee, as they provide an orientation to guide you, highlight sessions which target those new to online learning, and answer your questions about iNACOL and the conference.
Dress Code
The dress code for the conference is resort/business casual (khakis), so please plan to be comfortable. But don’t forget to pack your jeans for the annual VSS networking dinner on Monday, November 16, 2009 at the Texas History Museum – the theme is “Boots & Bandanas”.
VSS 2009 Registration Hours
| Sunday, November 15 | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Monday, November 16 | 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, November 17 | 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
Special Opportunity – Chat with an iNACOL Researcher
In keeping with the last two VSS conferences, the research committee will be organizing opportunities for participants to speak with virtual school researchers and evaluators. In the past, those who have an interest in conducting research or carrying out internal or external evaluations have had the opportunity to sit down for an hour and get suggestions and advice from someone with experience doing these activities. If you are interested in speaking with a researcher or evaluator, please e-mail Michael Barbour at mkbarbour@gmail.com with your name, organization, position, and the nature of your interest in this opportunity. We will try and match you up with someone who reflects your specific interests at a time that is convenient for you during the symposium.
Spa Discounts for VSS Attendees
And if you plan to pamper yourself during your stay in Austin, iNACOL has negotiated a Spa Discount –Call 512-493-4903 to pre-book your spa treatment at the Tower Health Club and Spa at the Hilton Austin before November 15th and receive a 10% discount. Call now to book your treatment, as space is limited.
About the Virtual School Symposium
The VSS conference, in Austin, TX from November 15 – 17, 2009, provides professional development for more than 1,200 attendees and K-12 administrators, policy leaders and practitioners; important networking opportunities; access to expertise and analysis, trends and research; and thought-provoking sessions for leaders looking to help shape the future of education. Presentations will highlight K-12 education solutions for college-readiness, credit recovery, teacher improvement and overcoming teacher shortages, web-based core and advanced courses, as well as personalized learning solutions for students across the grade-levels. For more information, visit www.virtualschoolsymposium.org.
About iNACOL
iNACOL is a non-profit 501(c)(3) membership association based in the Washington, DC area with more than 2,500 members. We are unique; our members represent a diverse cross-section of K-12 education from school districts, charter schools, state education agencies, non-profit organizations, research institutions, corporate entities and other content & technology providers. For more information, visit www.inacol.org.
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