GCSA Events

REGISTER NOW for the

6th Annual
Georgia Charter Schools Conference

January 24-26, 2008
Marietta Conference Center & Resort
Marietta, GA

Georgia Charter Schools Association is pleased to announce that the 6th annual Georgia Charter Schools Conference will be held January 24-26, 2008 at the Marietta Conference Center & Resort in Marietta Georgia.

For Online Registration and Hotel Reservations: www.georgiacharterconference.org

Keynote Speakers

Kevin Johnson - January 26^th

We are excited to announce that former Phoenix Suns, NBA All-Star and Founder of St. HOPE Public Charter Schools in Sacramento, California Kevin Johnson will be our keynote speaker on Saturday January 26^th.

Ian Jukes - January 25^th

A former teacher, administrator, writer, consultant and university instructor Ian Jukes works extensively with school districts, businesses, community organizations and other institutions to help shape preferred futures. Ian will be our keynote speaker on Friday January 25^th.

Other Conference highlights include over 35 breakout sessions covering topics on:

• Student Assessment,
• Facility Financing,
• Board Governance,
• GA DOE sessions - and much much more.

There will also be special teacher-focused workshops and networking sessions and all attendees will have the opportunity to earn PLU credits for professional development.For more information, call Conference Registration Services at 800-280-6218 or email
conference2008@gacharters.org.

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National Charter Schools Conference to be Held in New Orleans, June 22-25

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools will host the 2008 National Charter Schools Conference from June 22-25 in New Orleans, LA. Register for the conference or apply to sponsor/exhibit at http://www.nationalcharterconference.org. The conference is the largest gathering of charter school operators and proponents in the nation. Attendees will learn and share best practices, discuss national and state policy issues, have the opportunity to volunteer at local charter schools, and enjoy special events featuring New Orleans traditions, food and music! Questions? Call 206-463-3344 or e-mail nationalconference@publiccharters.org