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JUST ANNOUNCED:

Leaders Institute joins Reaching At-Promise Students National Conference!  Two events in one!

EXPERT PRESENTERS!

The 4th Annual RAPS Conference will feature renowned speakers including Dr. Ruby Payne,

Dr. Anita Archer, and

Dr. Lorraine Monroe.

INNOVATIVE SESSIONS!

With information on teaching strategies, classroom management, leadership, and more, this is the only conference you need this year!

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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT OFFERED! More...

Registration: $695

Registration fee includes:  Conference Sessions, Evening Reception & Networking Events, and Conference Meals.

RAPSA members receive a $50 discount.  Click here to register now!

** School Site and District Teams: This conference is designed as a team event for your school and district. We highly recommend sending your teacher(s), principal, student support staff, counselors, and directors. Team participation ensures maximum school success and shared knowledge!

Take advantage of the Team Registration Special:  Pay for three conference registrations and receive one full registration FREE.


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Transformation in the Classroom

The Premier Conference for Educators Working with At-Promise Students.

Looking for a comprehensive professional development experience? Whether you are new to teaching or a veteran, you won’t want to miss this highly interactive gathering at which participants learn and share the latest research and best practices on what’s working to sustain achievement.

This 3-day event provides elementary and secondary educators with tools to better help at-promise students experience success and regain their academic confidence.

We believe that students labeled "at-risk" are
actually "at-promise."

ALL students have the ability to become productive, thinking, contributing members of our communities when given the motivation, opportunity, and support they need. Join a dynamic group of educators committed to at-promise students at this conference. You and your colleagues will leave inspired and ready to take collective responsibility for all students’ success.

Top Ten Reasons to Register Now for RAPS:

No. 10: Be inspired. The line-up of keynote and featured speakers will motivate you and help you re-energize your career.

No. 9: Become a better teacher. The 50 breakout sessions are sure to give you tons of ideas and information to put into practice immediately.

No. 8: Connect and re-connect. For many participants, RAPSA’s conference is the once-a-year event to make new friends and renew old acquaintances. The RAPS conference gives you the chance to spend three days with hundreds of dedicated educators like you, all with terrific ideas to share.

No. 7: Find treasures. RAPS’ exhibit hall gives you access to companies with solutions for educators working with at-risk students. And while you're finding treasures from the exhibitors, you also have the chance to win fabulous door prizes.

No. 6: Earn well-deserved kudos. The “Best Practices” Awards recognize educators and educational organizations constantly striving to go above and beyond in creating a valuable and meaningful educational experience for at-promise students.

No. 5: Stay connected. Our Internet Café is back, with comfortable seating and complimentary internet access.

No. 4: Relax and be pampered. Leave the cooking to us. With your meals included and entertainment at the conference receptions, you are free to focus on the new ideas for your classroom. Now isn’t that the point of professional development?

No. 3: Enjoy warm San Diego hospitality. With weather typically in the 70s, San Diego is a vacationer’s dream. Visit the world famous zoo, the Gaslamp Quarter, and miles of gorgeous beaches.

No. 2: Earn while you learn. Conference attendees have the opportunity to earn CEUs for their participation.

No. 1: Get more bang for your buck. Register now with one of our promotional codes to receive a discount.  Become a member of RAPSA and save even more. In these tough economic times, who couldn't use a few extra bucks in his or her pocket?

 

February 20-22, 2009 at The Marriott Hotel & Marina, in beautiful downtown San Diego.

Questions? For questions or registration information, contact the RAPS conference office via email or call 800.871.7482.

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The 4th Annual Reaching At-Promise Students National Conference is proud to recognize educators and educational associations for their efforts on behalf of at-risk students.

Best Practices Awards for Teachers
Honoring outstanding teaching and dedication to at-promise students

Best Practices Awards for Educational Organizations or School Districts Working with At-Promise Students
Honoring sites and districts that transform students’ education by creating or sustaining effective learning communities

At-Promise Administrator of the Year
Honoring administrators who lead, serve, and inspire for the benefit of their students and staff

Making a Difference Exhibitor Award
Honoring companies and products that create a positive impact on the lives of at-risk youth

Make a nomination and learn more.

SESSION TOPICS

Click here to check out some of the sessions that will be offered this year.


Session information is updated regularly so check back often!

click here to visit the 2007 conference program (pdf)