Frequently Asked Questions:
General
When is the conference?
May 9-11, 2012
Where is the conference being held?
All sessions and workshops will be at the Hilton St Petersburg Bayfront located at 333 1st Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. FLC has negotiated discount room rates for conference attendees at the Hilton St Petersburg Bayfront hotels, home to the FLC 2012 Annual Florida Literacy Conference.
Visit Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront Hotel for more information.
How many people are expected to attend the 2011 Florida Literacy Conference?
Approximately 450-500 teachers, tutors, administrators, and students from across Florida.
What is the schedule for the conference?
We periodically update the schedule of conference sessions. Please click here to view the most recent schedule.
When are Pre-Conference Workshops being held?
Full-Day and Half-Day Pre-Conference Workshops take place Tuesday, May 8. Half-Day Pre-Conference Workshops start at 1:00 pm. Full-Day Workshops start at 10:00 am.
Visit the Pre-Conference Workshop page for more information.
May I attend the pre-conference sessions without attending the Conference?
Yes
Can I receive professional development in-service points/hours for attendance?
For many individuals, conference attendance will help fulfill your in-service professional development requirements. Local school districts or state colleges do the actual awarding of the in-service points for public programs. Each district or college may have slightly different procedures for awarding such points. You will need to check with the appropriate staff person at your institution to complete the required procedures.
FLC will be distributing certificates for continuing education hours to individuals who complete the appropriate documentation. You must pre-register for this added incentive. This option is on the registration form.
Contact Yari Payne at payney@floridaliteracy.org if you require additional documentation of attendance.
What is the dress code for the State Literacy Awards?
The dress code for the Awards is business attire.
Hotel
How do I make hotel reservations? You can make reservations directly with Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront. Sleeping room rates are $105.
What are the closest airports?
The hotel is located approximately 22 miles from the Tampa International Airport (TPA) and 15 miles from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (PIE).
Is parking available?
On-site Parking is available. The parking fee is waived for overnight guest. Daily parking fee has been reduced to $5.00. Alternative parking garages are available at $5 behind the Hilton.
Registration
How do I register as a member, non-member, adult student, or pre-conference attendee?
To register for the 2012 Florida Literacy Conference as a member, non-member, adult student, or pre-conference attendee, click here to go to the registration page.
We have an Organizational Membership. How many people from my organization can attend the conference at the membership rate?
One person per organization can receive the discounted membership rate for the conference.
When is my payment due?
Payment is due when you register. PO numbers will be invoiced and payment must be received by FLC by April 27 (not postmarked). Any payment received after April 27 will be billed at the Onsite Conference registration rate.
What is the cancellation policy?
After April 13, 2011 Full and Single Day Conference Registrations will not be refunded. Refunds will be processed after the Conference ends. Please view the Refund/Transfer Policies for more details.
I can’t make it to the conference. Can I send someone in my place? Yes, you can transfer your registration. Contact balleine@floridaliteracy.org.
Is there a Paper application?
If you would prefer to pay by check, download the printable registration form.
Can I get the discounted rate, even though it’s after the deadline?
Attendees only qualify for discounts during the published discounted rate date ranges. If the deadline has passed, the discount is no longer available.
How can I get a receipt?
A receipt should be emailed to you after your registration and payment is received and processed. If you do not receive an email receipt, please contact Pam Logsdon at logsdon@floridaliteracy.org.
How can I confirm that I’m registered?
A confirmation and receipt is emailed to you after your registration and payment is received and processed. If you do not receive an email confirmation or receipt, please contact balleine@floridaliteracy.org.
How do I register as an exhibitor?
To register as an exhibitor, click here to go to the exhibitor registration page.
If online registration is not an option, please download the following form:
Exhibitor Contract and Registration Form
Print or type in the information on the form and mail it to the address below with your payment. Upon receipt a confirmation will be returned to your company representative. Paper copies of the signed Exhibitor Contract and Registration Form can be mailed to the following address:
Yari Payne, CMP
FLC Conference
Florida Literacy Coalition
250 N. Orange Ave, Suite 1110
Orlando, FL 32801
Questions
If you are not sure where to direct your question about the conference, contact info@floridaliteracy.org
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