Leadership Connections

Leadership Connections Overview
May 17-19, 2012 • Westin Chicago North Shore

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Leadership Connections is a national conference especially designed for early childhood administrators, lead teachers and supervisors, trainers and consultants, technical assistance specialists, policymakers, and family child care providers. It includes three energizing days of professional development that focuses on YOU, the early childhood leader. Don't miss out on this highly acclaimed professional development opportunity.

Leadership Connections will validate what you know and are already doing while challenging you to think about your work in new and innovative ways.

Be a part of Leadership Connections 2012 and...
Conference Participants

learn creative solutions to the daily challenges you face
be inspired by national leaders from a variety of fields and disciplines
share your successful ideas with other early childhood professionals
make new friendships with early childhood leaders from across the country
explore innovative ideas and best practices from others who are making a difference in their communities
experience new technologies in the design and delivery of training
celebrate the accomplishments of your colleagues
rejuvenate, laugh, and have fun!

Location

Leadership Connections will be held at the beautiful Westin Chicago North Shore, just a short drive from O'Hare International Airport
(map and directions).

Accomodations

The special reduced Leadership Connections conference rate at the Westin Chicago North Shore is $136/ night (single or double occupancy) plus tax. Reserve your room online or call (847) 777-6500. When making reservations via phone, mention Leadership Connections.

Cost:

Individual Full Conference Registration See full schedule »

Before February 13, 2012 $400
February 13 – March 31, 2012 $425
April 1 – April 30, 2012 $450
After April 30 $475

Individual One-Day Registration

Thursday only $175 See what's included »
Friday only $175 See what's included »
Saturday only $175 See what's included »

Preconference Study Tour/Conference Package - Tuesday through Saturday $675
Preconference Seminar - Getting Ready for the PAS $15

Group discount: A discount of $25 per person for the full conference registration is available for groups of 10 or more. Have each participant’s session choices and contact information ready before registering.

Receive College Credit
Build your professional portfolio and achieve the competencies for the Illinois Director Credential by attending Leadership Connections. For an additional fee, participants may register for 2 semester hours of undergraduate or graduate credit. Further details will be posted as the event draws closer.

Scholarship Opportunities
Contact your local Child Care Resource & Referral agency about professional development funds that may be available for conference attendance. To locate your nearest CCR&R, visit the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies website. For Illinois residents, contact INCCRRA at 800-649-1884 to receive an application and guidelines for professional development funds.

Corporate Champions for Change Scholarships
You may be eligible for a conference scholarship donated by one of our generous corporate and philanthropic sponsors. Further details will be posted as the event draws closer.

Leadership Connections is an extraordinary event with every detail carefully and skillfully planned. The quality of the presenters, the fit of the topics, the time for reflection and interaction, and the personal touches all contribute to a fulfullling and memorable experience.
~ Cindy Mahr, Illinois AEYC

This conference refreshes me and reminds me of the reasons why I do what I do. It gives me ideas to bring back to my staff.
~ Gina LaCerba, Lutheran General Children’s Day Center