64th Annual Convention

November 11-14, 2010

Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront - 1401 SW Naito Parkway, Portland OR 97201 - 503-226-7600 [Map]

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Live Video Stream: The 2011 Session and Public Education in Oregon
Watch here for a live video feed of Oregon Speaker of the House Dave Hunt's presentation during the Friday morning general session. Speaker Hunt's presentation is scheduled from 9:20 to 9:40 am on Friday. If you can't make it to convention be sure to tune in to the live feed to find out what's in store for education in the next session. You must be able to view Windows Media content to view the video stream. PC users: Download Windows Media Player. Mac users: Download Flip4Mac to view Windows Media Player content.

BELIEVE every child can succeed.

The success of every student depends on the strength of your belief in their potential. Lead your district with the belief that education for every child is possible.

Believe education can change lives.

Believe you will close the achievement gap.

Believe educational equity is an achievable goal.

Believe your leadership makes a difference.

The Oregon School Boards Association believes Oregon schools can and must prepare students for a rewarding and challenging future. OSBA stands ready to help you sharpen your focus, discover new ideas and insights and be inspired by national experts and the successes of Oregon colleagues. Join us!

Practical Information

More than 60 workshops will provide tools and ideas, aid your decision making, and best of all, help your students succeed.

Networking

There’s no better place to connect with others and share experiences than at the receptions, meals, exhibits and workshops.

The Lounge

The hub of convention. Check email, buy a book and interact with colleagues and speakers – this is the place to be.

Industry Partners

In the Exhibit Hall, discover new serivces, products and tools from companies ready to help you reach your goals.

Great Examples

An art fair and sale will showcase art created by students.

Celebrate

Great things are happening in education. Returning MC, educator and humorist, Tom Hewitt, will help us recognize achievements and enjoy the talents of students at Banquet.

Banquet highlights:

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Earl C. Rickman III

NSBA President

Team Work, Dream Work. Together We Can. Join friends and colleagues for a special evening honoring all of Oregon's education board members. This year's banquet features NSBA President Earl C. Rickman III delivering his message on the importance of local boards working cooperatively with state and national leaders.

The evening also includes Leadership Institute awards and recognition of other board-member achievements, outstanding student entertainment from the Douglas High School Jazz Band (Winston-Dillard SD) and Alberta Rider Elementary School Zomba! (Tigard-TualatinSD). Tom Hewitt returns as Master of Ceremonies. Tom had the audience rolling in the aisles last year with his insight into the minds of today’s middle school students. Don’t miss out again on Tom’s hilarious review of the life of a middle school teacher in today’s classroom.

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Tom Hewitt, MC

Why should I attend convention?

Convention delivers:

Inspiration from nationally-respected star speakers
Useful tips and tools in workshops and hot topic tables
Receive course credit toward OSBA Leadership Institute awards
Relevant resources, products and services in the Exhibit Hall
Statewide networking at the opening reception (in partnership with PACE), annual membership meeting, Saturday banquet and more
Other preconvention workshop available: Board2Board: Starting and Growing your K-12 Education Foundation

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