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2008 Statewide Afterschool Conference Marriott Hotel Downtown, Providence THEME: Investing in Children and Youth: Building Our Future KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Erin Gruwell, author of The Freedom Writers Diary Workshops proposals are currently being sought out for the conference. We are especially interested in receiving proposals on topics that address: * staff development (recruitment, training, supervision, retention) * engaging families and communities (collaborations, communication strategies) * advocacy and public relations (marketing strategies, engaging school boards and/or city- and state-level public officials) * leadership development (youth, staff, administrators) * teaching and learning (diverse learning styles, behavior and classroom management, inclusion of special populations, facilitation skills, environmental and/or program design) * health and wellness promotion (nutrition, self-esteem, obesity prevention, mental health) * innovative programs (curricula, non-violence strategies, science and technology, arts infusion, math, literacy) To receive a request for proposal, please contact Joseph Morra at (401) 721-6404, or email him at jmorra@childspan.net. |