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VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS

2016 VASS Fall Conference

October 23 October 25, 2016 2016

Event Details

The 2016 VASS Fall Conference will offer participants a wealth of different opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of the latest legislative and policy issues affecting Virginia's public schools.

Featuring presentations by experts in the Virginia Department of Education as well as members of the Virginia Assembly, this year's conference will also include break-out and panel sessions, numerous opportunities for networking with colleagues, and formal social activities in Charlottesville and its beautiful environs.

Featured Presenters

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tr Dietra Trent, the Virginia Secretary of Education, and Stewart Roberson, the President and CEO of VASS Partner Moseley Architects and the Co-Chair of the Governor's SOL Innovation Committee, will present "A Dialogue on Education Innovation: The Administration's Perspective." Monday, October 24, 8:45 - 9:15 a.m.
 
 
 
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 Joan Wodiska, the Vice President of the Virginia State Board of Education, and State Superintendent Steven Staples will present "A Dialogue on Education Innovation: The Board of Education's Perspective." Monday, October 24, 9:15 - 9:45 a.m.
 
 
 
 
os State Delegate David Toscano has been invited to present Welcoming Remarks. Monday, October 24, 11:00 a.m. -  12:00 p.m
 
 
 
 
 
 h Pundit Bob Holsworth will survey the current political scene in Richmond, across the state, and beyond. Monday, 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
 
 
 
 
 
ell Noelle Ellerson, the AASA Director of Policy and Advocacy, will provide a "Federal Education Policy Update." Monday, 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
 
 
 
 
 
dint kay Ted Dintersmith, the co-author of the book "Most Likely to Succeed" and the executive producer of the movie by the same name, and Ken Kay, the CEO of EDLeader21, will propose "A Grant to Develop Virginia's Infrastructure in Support of Education Innovation." Tuesday, October 25, 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
 
 
 
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Jim Regimbal, the Co-Founder of Fiscal Analytics, will dig into "Virginia's Budget Issues." Tuesday, October 24, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
 
 
 

Optional Activities

Optional Activities - Sunday, October 23
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New Superintendent Orientation

 
If you are a superintendent who has been newly appointed this year, you are encouraged to attend this orientation. Cocktails and dinner will be provided after the orientation. Sunday, October 23, 3:00 p.m., Preston Room
 
 
 
Golf Outing at Old Trail Golf Club
 
 
 
ot Participants will gather at the course in Crozet, 15 miles from the Omni, for an afternoon of friendly golf competition in the spectacular foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
 
The outing will feature a captain's choice format that begins with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Snacks, drinks, and prizes are included. 
 
 

Registration Fee

The 2015 Fall Conference fee for superintendents, superintendent designees, guests of superintendents, and retired superintendents is $275 per person.
 
The registration deadline is Friday, October 14
 
Pre-Payment is not required. However, if you would like to pay now by credit card or PayPal, you will be provided with a link to the VASS online payment portal after you submit your registration.
 
If you do not pay by credit card at registration, the person on the registration form whom you have identified as the billing contact will receive an invoice for payment after the conference. 
 
If a purchase order number is provided on the registration form, it will be referenced on the invoice.
 
Notice of cancellation must be sent by email to Liza Scallet, the VASS Administrative Assistant, by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 14 . . . or you will be billed in full.
 
Registration for VASS Partners and Other VASS Business Members
 
If you would like to attend the conference and your organization is a VASS Partner or VASS Business Member, please contact Liza Scallet, the VASS Administrative Assistant, for fee and registration information. 
 
Please note that the registration links on this web page are for use by superintendents, their designees and guests, and retired superintendents only. Registration links for business members will be provided by Liza Scallet.

Hotel Information

lobby VASS has set aside rooms at the Omni Charlottesville Hotel with a special conference rate for superintendents and their guests.
 
The rate is $128 for a single or $143 for a double per night. Parking and Internet access are included in the rate.
 
Click here to reserve a room at the VASS rate  --  OR call the Omni at 800-843-6664 and ask for the VASS rate.
 
The deadline to reserve a discounted room is Friday, September 23. Please do not delay in making your reservation -- only a limited number of rooms are available at the VASS rate. 
 
Find location information and directions for the Omni here.
 
ADDITIONAL ROOMS . . . at a VASS Special Rate of $126 per night (plus taxes) are available at the Hampton Inn & Suites on West Main in Charlottesville, three blocks from the Omni. 
 
To book a room at the Hampton Inn, call the hotel directly at 434-923-8600 or the Hampton reservations line at 800-426-7866. Mention the "VASS Fall Conference" discount.
 
You can also book a room at www.hampsuites.com with Group Code VAS under "Add Special Rate Codes." 
 
The deadline for reserving a room at the special VASS rate is Sunday, October 9, 2016.
 
Find location information and directions for the Hampton Inn here

Contact VASS

If you have questions or concerns, or would like to receive more information about this workshop, please contact our Administrative Assistant, Liza Scallet.

2016 VASS Fall Conference