2019 EEAI Conference: Rooted For Life
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This conference is a strong connection of formal and non-formal education, plus administrative and management strands for extraordinary professional development. ISBE PD hours will be available for formal educators for all sessions. Conference includes:
- Off-site Field Sessions
- Workshops
- Concurrent Sessions
- Keynotes
- Awards Banquet and Dinner
- And more!
Pricing
Full Conference: $125 (Friday and Saturday) includes concurrent sessions, keynote speaker, and the following meals: lunch and dinner on Friday, lunch on Saturday.
Daily Rate: $50 per day (Friday or Saturday)
Additional charges on Thursday for pre-workshops and field trips
Daily Rate: $50 per day (Friday or Saturday)
Additional charges on Thursday for pre-workshops and field trips
Hotel
Accommodations reserved with SuiteDreams Hotel in Mattoon. Hotel will serve as overnight accommodations and site for Awards Banquet and Dinner. Rooms range from $68-$75 + plus. To reserve your room, call SuiteDreams at 217-234-8600 and mention Environmental Education Association.
Keynote Speaker: Monica Genta
Monica is the author of two books, Game Changers and 180 Days of Awesome, a middle school science teacher, and nationwide educational consultant and motivational speaker. She has earned a Masters in Curriculum & Instruction and a Masters in Educational Leadership & Administration. Her goal is to transform education as an ordinary job into an extraordinary adventure. Genta is full of energy, full of passion, and full of love for helping others on their journey in life and learning.
Featured Field Trip: Aikman Wildlife Adventure
Aikman Wildlife Adventure is the perfect place for your next group outing! Guests will ride on a Wagon Tour where they will feed and interact with the animals in the Drive Thru. The tour is supervised by a knowledgeable guide who will educate them about the animals as they go along. Guests will then explore the Walk Thru, including the Petting Zoo, playground, and other animal habitats. For more information please visit their website at aikmanwildlife.com!
Featured Workshop: Project WILD
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It’s here! The long awaited revision of Project WILD, updated with NGSS, STEM, Field Investigations, and more! Formal and non-formal educators will love adding this national curriculum resource to their collection! Every participant will receive the new WILD book, activity starter kits, resources, certificate, and more!
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