No matter how hard we try, we just can’t pack all the information into one brochure.
While we can’t match the drama of the last conference in California, where we were all on speakerphone as my first grandchild, Blakey entered the world, we’ve got a lot planned for this conference. New topics. Great presenters. Lots of exhibitors. In fact, we tried to keep this brochure to eight pages and we just couldn’t do it. There’s just too much going on. That’s why you’ll need to watch your email for updates and check our website (www.montessori.org) for the most current, up-to-date information. Of course, if you have a questions, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. See you in Sarasota. Margot Garfield-Anderson Conference Coordinator 800-632-4121
What you need to know before you enroll ... In addition to the many keynote speakers and workshop presenters, this year our Sunday program is even more jam-packed than usual. Sanford Jones will lead participants in a two-part session on his Youth Opera International program. Kath Kvols will bring part of the Redirecting Children’s Behavior program with her. Kitty Bravo of the Center for Guided Montessori Studies concludes a Primary Language refresher series. Tim Seldin’s Leadership series concludes on Sunday and much, much more. Please plan on staying until the conference’s end after lunch. You will not be sorry. Our conference is like no other and we are proud of how we do things. We’ve found ways to keep our registration costs steady while still giving attendees all the same benefits of meals, keynotes, workshops and exhibits. And it all starts with you. We instituted a no-refund policy on paid registrations several years ago because of our financial obligations to make this event so spectacular. Please understand that we are sympathetic to emergencies happening that might prevent you from attending. Please remember that once we have processed your payment, we do not issue refunds. You are allowed to either send someone else in your place or use this as a donation to the Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 charity. Check with your accountant for details. Airport Information We recommend flying directly into Sarasota (SRQ airport code). Last year, many flew into Tampa because of the savings. Once you add on the high
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