2009 Annual Conference

Council for Economic Education /
National Association of Economic Educators /
Global Association of Teachers of Economics

Conference Agenda
Conference Registration

Conference Highlights

• Overview of the Council for Economic Education current program initiatives.
• The latest in program, curriculum development, teaching resources, research and evaluation and technology for teaching economics, personal finance and entrepreneurship education.
• Leadership, management and orientation sessions for affiliated council and center directors and staff.
• Professional development workshops and sessions for K-12 teachers.
• Networking opportunities for K-12 teachers and university-level economic educators.
• Hands-on technology sessions in a dedicated computer lab.

K-12 Teacher Professional Development – Continuing Education Credits

• Twelve 2-hour intensive workshops for elementary, middle and high school teachers using the newest teaching resources and programs from the Council for Economic Education. The Council will provide attendees with certificates of completion for their participation in the conference and attendance at workshops.

Capitol Hill Visits – Wednesday, October 7

• Take advantage of this special opportunity to visit your Senators and Congressional Representatives to share your success stories in support of economic and financial education. Be sure to check back for more information and how to schedule appointments.

Exhibits

• Check out the latest in economic and financial education materials from the Council for Economic Education and other leading providers in the field.

Other Features

• Global Association of Teachers of Economics (GATE) annual meeting and luncheon.
• NAEE Business Meeting (members only).
• Awards recognition dinner.

Conference Logistics

Facilities
All conference sessions and exhibits will be held at the Hyatt Regency Washington Capitol Hill, 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20001; (202) 737-1234; http://www.hyattregencywashington.com.

Registration Information
You may register online (preferred), by mail or by fax. Your registration fee entitles you to attend any of the plenary or concurrent sessions. It also includes the Thursday night reception and awards dinner. Teacher workshops are at an additional cost of $10/per workshop.

Hotel Reservations
Special conference hotel rates have been arranged at the Hyatt Regency Washington Capitol Hill. The conference rate is $219/night (single or double occupancy). You may reserve your hotel room by calling 202-737-1234 or online. Room reservations must be received by Friday, September 18, 2009 to qualify for the conference rate. A three day post and pre conference rate is available based on availability.

The Hyatt Hotel check-in time is 3:00 pm with check-out time at noon. The Hotel requires a first-night's room and tax deposit on a major credit card to guarantee guest rooms. The deposit is non-refundable if cancellation occurs within 72 hours or arrival.

Air Travel

Airports - The following airports service the DC area:

Washington Metropolitan Airports serving Ronald Regan National Washington Airport and Dulles International Airport. For more information visit www.metwashairports.com.

The Baltimore/Washington International is approximately 45 minutes to Washington, DC. For more information visit www.bwiairport.com.

For more flight info on the following major airlines:

Rail

Amtrak is offering attendees a 10% savings off the lowest available rail fare. To book your reservation call Amtrak at 800-872-7245. Refer to code X34Y-964. Not valid on the Auto Train and Acela service.

For Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority – subway and map information, visit http://www.wmata.com.

Ground Transportation

The Super Shuttle service to the Hyatt Regency Hotel is available from all three airports. Call 800-258-3826 or www.supershuttle.com to make reservations and get fare.

Taxi

A cab ride from Reagan National Airport to the Hyatt Regency Hotel is approximately 12 minutes. The cost is approximately $15. Taxis are available 24 hours a day at taxi stands in front of the terminals.

Car Rental

Avis Rental is offering participants special rates. Call 800-331-1600 and refer to AWD D188889 or visit the Avis website.

About Washington, DC

For more information on Washington, DC, restaurants, shopping, museum, historical sites, etc., you may visit the Destination DC site at http://www.washington.org.

Tours and Sightseeing

Make time to see the nation’s capital. Various tours are available from a Magnificent Monument by Moonlight Capital City tour to the Newseum.

Exhibitor Information
This conference will provide an excellent opportunity to expose your organization to national and international economic educators and K-12 classroom teachers. The deadline for reserving space is July 31. For more exhibit information, visit
www.councilforeconed.org/conference/exhibit/CEE_EXHIBIT_APPLICATION_2009.pdf.

Weather
Average Temperature for Washington, DC in October: High 77F Low 60F

Parking
The Hyatt Regency Hotel has self parking or valet parking available to attendees.

Information for Persons with Disabilities
Please indicate on your registration form any special requirements you have to make the conference more accessible.

Payment
Payment for the full amount must be received before the start of the conference or accompany your registration form. An email confirmation will be sent to participants.

Cancellations
Cancellations of registration received by Wednesday, September 18 qualify for a full refund minus a $25.00 processing fee. No refunds will be made after that date.

Conditions
Preregistration deadline for the conference is Wednesday, September 18. A late registration fee of $25.00 will be charged for registrations postmarked after September 18.

Contact:
Gwen Pajotte, Director of Affiliate Relations
Council for Economic Education
122 East 42nd Street, Suite 2600
New York, NY 10168
212 730 1792
212 730 1793 (fax)
gpajotte@councilforeconed.org

Request for proposals are no longer being accepted for the 2009 conference.