50th Annual VSRA Conference
March 16, 2017 - March 18, 2017
"Literacy: The Root of All Learning"
The Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center
110 Shenandoah Avenue
,
Roanoke, VA 24016
www.hotelroanoke.com
Conference Overview
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. ONSITE REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN AT 6:00PM, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15TH AT THE HOTEL ROANOKE AND CONFERENCE CENTER.
ONSITE MEMBER REGISTRATION - $350.00
ONSITE NON-MEMBER REGISTRATION - $425.00
"Literacy: The Root of All Learning"
We are thrilled to host the 50th Annual VSRA Conference, "Literacy: The Root of All Learning," in Roanoke, VA. A few of this year's Featured Speakers include: Ruth Culham, Ed.D., Steven L. Layne, Ed.D., Ernest Morrell, Jerry Pallotta, Judy Radford, Laura Robb, Marvin Terban and Laura Vaccaro Seeger.
We have assembled many of your favorite authors, local and national literacy professionals, and colleagues to share their most current ideas and research with you. Our Exhibit Hall will feature an opportunity to see Virginia vendors and learn more about products and services that can enhance your work. We will also offer opportunities for socializing, networking and just having fun!
To complement your conference experience, VSRA has also arranged for several free and paid optional events during this conference. These include special 1.5-hour Pre-Conference Literacy Institutes as well as author meals and networking events.
Conference Rates and Payment Procedures
Conference Rates:
Important Registration Notes:
To qualify for the Member Rate, you must be able to provide proof that you are a current year member of VSRA directly or through a Local Council. The current VSRA Membership year runs from August 1, 2016 July 31, 2017. CLICK HERE if you are not a member and would like information on membership benefits and/or to join the Virginia State Reading Association.
To qualify for the Student Rate, you must be able to produce a current student I.D. from an accredited organization.
Payment Options and Procedures:
You may pay for the conference by credit card, check or purchase order.
After you submit your registration, you will be offered the option to either click on the PayPal link to pay immediately by credit card or click on the invoice link to bring up an invoice to send in with your check or purchase order. Your invoice will include all pertinent information, including the mailing address.
If you need to register a group of 2 or more people on one invoice, make sure you are on the Group Registration URL.
Fees | |
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Member - Early Bird (on or before Jan 17, 2017) | $225.00 |
Full-time Student Member | $175.00 |
Full-time Student One Day Only | $140.00 |
Onsite Registration Member (postmarked Feb 28 or later) | $350.00 |
Onsite Registration Non-Member (postmarked Feb 28 or later) | $425.00 |
VSRA Board Member Registration | $0.00 |
Student Ambassador | $0.00 |
Cancellation fee - on or before March 02, 2017- $75.00. No refunds after March 02, 2017.
Pre-Conference Literacy Institutes and Optional Meals & Events
Pre-Conference Literacy Institutes
Pre-conference Literacy Institutes are optional 1.5-hour sessions offered the morning of Thursday, March 16, prior to the actual conference.
We offer Early Morning sessions beginning at 8:00AM, and Mid-Morning sessions beginning at 9:50AM. You may choose up to one Institute in each time session at an additional cost of $40.00 per Institute.
For session presenters and descriptions please click below.
Following is the list of Pre-Conference Literacy Institutes:
Date | Start Time | End Time | Pre-Conference Literacy Institutes | Fees | |
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March 16, 2017 | 08:00 AM | - | 09:30 AM | Laura Vaccaro Seeger - Reading Words, Reading Pictures | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 08:00 AM | - | 09:30 AM | Cathy Collier - Using Your PALS Data to Support Interventions | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 08:00 AM | - | 09:30 AM | Beth Estill - Understanding Learning Progressions for Fiction and Non-Fiction Text | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 08:00 AM | - | 09:30 AM | Jeradi Cohen - Science, and Centers and Books - Oh MY! | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 08:00 AM | - | 09:30 AM | Michelle Duffy and Lisa B. Cipolletti - Implementing Effective Word Study in the Elementary Classroom | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:50 AM | - | 11:20 AM | Steven Layne - Successful Strategies for Building Lifetime Readers | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:50 AM | - | 11:20 AM | Joan Kindig, Ed.D - Best Bets for the Classroom 2017 | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:50 AM | - | 11:20 AM | Ruth Culham - Burn the Worksheets and Fire Up Student Writers | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:50 AM | - | 11:20 AM | Alisha Demchak and Kateri Thunder - Integrating Math & Literacy into the Pre-K Classroom | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:50 AM | - | 11:20 AM | Isabel Sawyer - Shared Reading: The Root of All Reading | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:50 AM | - | 11:20 AM | Wiley Blevins - Navigating Nonfiction | $40.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:50 AM | - | 11:20 AM | Dr. Ernest Morrell - New Directions in Teaching English | $40.00 |
Click here to view/print a description of the above Pre-Conference Literacy Institutes.
Optional Meals & Events
In addition, we have planned several optional meals and events as listed below. Some are complimentary and some have additional cost. In order to receive a ticket, you must register for all events that you wish to attend, even if they have a 0.00 cost.
Note: If you wish to bring a guest to the Annual Banquet, you may purchase a guest ticket by emailing mail@customconference.com and we will send you a request form.
Following is the list of Optional Meals & Events:
Date | Start Time | End Time | Function Name | Cost |
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March 16, 2017 | 02:35 PM | 03:35 PM | Afternoon Delights with Jerry Pallota | $0.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 05:15 PM | 06:30 PM | 50th Anniversary Celebration & Award Ceremony | $0.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 07:45 PM | 08:45 PM | Make & Take DIY Lab | $15.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 09:00 PM | 11:00 PM | Paint Night Celebration | $45.00 |
March 17, 2017 | 07:30 AM | 09:00 AM | Literary Breakfast with Eric Litwin | $30.00 |
March 17, 2017 | 08:00 AM | 10:00 AM | Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors | $0.00 |
March 17, 2017 | 06:00 PM | 08:00 PM | Annual Banquet with Marc Brown | $50.00 |
March 17, 2017 | 08:15 PM | 09:15 PM | "The Christmas Cup" play reading, written by Nancy Ruth Patterson | $0.00 |
March 17, 2017 | 09:30 PM | 11:30 PM | VSRA Has Talent: Karaoke Night | $0.00 |
March 18, 2017 | 07:30 AM | 08:50 AM | Membership Meeting and State Of VSRA Breakfast | $0.00 |
March 16, 2017 | 06:30 PM | 07:30 PM | Networking Reception sponsored by myON | $0.00 |
Click here to view/print a description of the above functions.
Hotel Accommodations
VSRA has blocked hotel rooms at the Hotel Roanoke, Sheraton Roanoke Hotel, and the Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown at a discounted conference rate.
THE ROOM BLOCK AT THE HOTEL ROANOKE IS NOW SOLD OUT.
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (Conference Site)
$159 single or $169 double occupancy (plus tax)
$20 each additional person, per day, plus applicable taxes
Group rates will be offered 2 days before and 2 days after event dates, based on availability.
To book your reservation online click below:
HOTEL ROANOKE RESERVATIONS WEBSITE
Reservations must be made no later than February 10, 2017 to receive these rates.
Hotel Roanoke Parking Information
Parking Rates: Overnight Hotel Guest Self-Parking: $7.00
Daily Self-Parking: $1.00-$6.00
Valet Parking: $12.00
*Note: Prices are subject to change without notification
THE ROOM BLOCK AT THE HOTEL ROANOKE IS NOW SOLD OUT.
Sheraton Roanoke Hotel*
$119 single or double occupancy (plus tax)
Rate includes complimentary Internet throughout the hotel and complimentary parking
2801 Hershberger Road NW
Roanoke, VA 24107
540-563-9300
For reservations, call 1-866-716-8134 and request the "Virginia State Reading Association" rate or to book your reservation online click below:
Reservations must be made no later than February 22, 2017 for these rates.
THE ROOM BLOCK AT THE HAMPTON INN & SUITES ROANOKE - DOWNTOWN IS NOW SOLD OUT.
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke - Downtown*
$149 single or double occupancy (plus tax)
Rates include complimentary microwave and fridge in room, and free in-room WiFi. Hotel parking garage fee of $6.00 per day.
27 Church Avenue SE
Roanoke, VA 24011
540-400-6000
To Book your reservation online click below:
HAMPTON INN & SUITES ROANOKE-DOWNTOWN
Reservations must be made no later than February 22, 2017 for these rates.
Cambria Hotel & Suites*
$119 King suite (plus tax)
$139 Queen suite (plus tax)
Rages include complimentary shuttle transportation, free parking, and complimentary WiFi.
301 Reserve Avenue
Roanoke, VA 24016
540-400-6226
To book your reservation, please call the hotel and indicate that you are with the Virginia State Reading Association. Room block reservations cannot be made online.
Reservations must be made no later than March 1, 2017 for these rates.
*No conference events will be held at this hotel.