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>> SSWAA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2010 National School Social Work ConferencePresented by the: School Social Work Association of AmericaApril 7-10, 2010St. Louis Union Station Marriott -- St. Louis, MOClick here for Full Brochure (Updated 11.21.09)
Meet Us In St. LouisThe School Social Work Association of America would like to invite you to be a part of our 2010 National School Social Work Conference to be held on April 7, 8, 9 & 10 in St. Louis, Missouri at the historic and elegant St. Louis Union Station Marriott. Organized in 1994, the School Social Work Association of America is the only national organization solely dedicated to advancing the profession of School Social Work and providing training opportunities to practitioners in the use of evidence-based practices to meet the needs of students, families and schools. School Social Workers are daily on the front lines addressing the serious and complex needs of children and their families. As mental health professionals, we are trained to assess a student's social/emotional needs as well as family and community factors interfering with a student's learning and school functioning. School Social Workers provide the vital link between the school, home and community agencies in obtaining needed therapeutic and/or community services. In addition to providing resources to families, School Social Workers also provide psycho-social assessments, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, classroom presentations, consultation and case management services to address the increasingly complex needs of students and/or their families especially in these difficult times. Contributing as a sponsor and exhibitor, you will be able to increase your exposure to over 15,000 School Social Workers from all around the country as well as around the world! We hope that you will seriously consider supporting the work of School Social Workers by including our Conference in your promotional plans and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,  Welcome to St. Louis Attractions: From the St. Louis Union Station, you are literally 10 minutes away from so many attractions, you won't begin to have enough time to explore them all! Ride to the top of the Gateway Arch, towering 640 feet over the Mississippi River. Visit the Lewis & Clark museum exhibit beneath the arch. Cruise the mighty Mississippi River. Enjoy the tranquil Missouri Botanical Garden, the oldest botanical garden in the United States with 79 acres of magnificent gardens and tropical Climatron rain forest. Enjoy world class FREE attractions; including the Art Museum, 77 acre zoo, Science Center, Grant's Farm and the Missouri History Museum. Visit the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Look in wonder at the breathtakingly beautiful mosaics of the Cathedral Basilica. Re-discover your heritage at the Old Courthouse and Black World History Museum. Explore Forest Park's many lakes, walking paths, awesome golf course and attractions as well as structures remaining from 1904 World's Fair. Visit an ancient Indian civilization at Cahokia Mounds located a short drive across the river. Food & Nightlife: If you like food, you'll love St. Louis. St. Louis is home to many out-standing ethnic and fine dining establishments. Explore "The Hill" home of numerous nationally acclaimed Italian restaurants. Visit the Victorian Lafayette Square's restaurants and wine bars. Eat, drink, dance and be merry at Laclede's Landing. Enjoy the reclaimed downtown Washington Street District's numerous "happening" restaurants. Flirt with Lady Luck at one of the 3 downtown area casinos. Salsa in the Central West End. Experience The Loop's entertainment district recently named by the American Planning Association as "One of the 10 Great Streets in America". Mellow out with live blues music in Soulard's "Blues Alley". For more detailed information regarding events, activities and access, visit the St. Louis Visitors and Convention Commission's web site at http://www.explorestlouis.com/visitors/index.asp Union Station Marriott Our conference hotel is the downtown St. Louis Union Station Marriott which is located within the heart of St. Louis Union Station. Union Station was built in 1889 as the largest, most beautiful railroad terminal in the United States. As part of this National Historic landmark, the St. Louis Union Station Marriott reflects the grace and opulence of Romanesque architecture. The hotel's fabulous main lobby, the Station's Grand Hall, boasts a 6–story, barrel-vaulted ceiling with Romanesque arches, magnificent stained glass windows and ornate molded ceilings. The Grand Hall has been restored to its original state and is the perfect setting to enjoy the grandeur of a bygone era. The Union Station complex has more than 85 unique specialty shops and restaurants and adjoins to the MetroLink. Guests may ride MetroLink, St. Louis' light rail system, from Lambert International Airport directly to Union Station. The St. Louis Union Station Marriott is also located only 10 minutes by car or light rail to numerous downtown attractions, restaurants, cultural events and nightlife. When you're ready to explore St. Louis, ride from Union Station to the Gateway Arch, Laclede's Landing, Busch Stadium, Forest Park, the St. Louis Art Museum, Zoo and Science Center as well as other St. Louis attractions. No matter where you decide to go, it only costs two dollars. ($2.00). Sponsors and Exhibitors are eligible for the Marriott's special discounted SSWAA convention rates ($139/night single/double, plus applicable fees and taxes). Call the St. Louis Union Station Marriott at 314-427-3311 and be sure to mention the SSWAA Conference to receive the discounted rate. The Historic section provides rooms with King beds as well as the concierge section (which can be accessed for an additional $30 no matter whether you stay in the "Historic" section or the newer "Garden" section). To ensure conference rates, reservations must be made by March 17, 2010. Make your reservations today. Conference Sponsorship Opportunities Sponsoring at SSWAA's conference is the perfect way to increase your visibility at the only national conference targeted to professional School Social Workers. Sponsors also stand out from exhibitors in demonstrating their support of School Social Workers while highlighting the value of your product/services to participating clinicians. Review the menu of sponsorship options and you should find something for every marketing budget.
Platinum Package $8,000
Gold Package $5,000
Silver Package $2,500
Bronze Package $1,250
Special EventsWelcome Reception: $ 2,500 The opening night "Meet and Greet" Welcome Reception on Wednesday, April 7 will kick off the SSWAA conference in the Exhibit Hall. Attendees will have an opportunity to visit exhibits at their leisure as well as reconnect with old friends and make new acquaintances with colleagues from across the United States and beyond. Personally welcome participants and take the opportunity to make a stronger impression on attendees. Receive Silver Package Benefits Opening Breakfast/General Session: * $8,000
Help us welcome Keynote Speaker, Kevin Jennings, the Assistant Deputy Secretary in the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Safe and Drug-free Schools. Take this opportunity to personally welcome attendees while providing your organization significant exposure. Receive Platinum Package Benefits Closing Session Brunch: * $8,000 The final session of the conference will conclude on Saturday, April 10 with attendees gathering to share stories about the conference and make connections before they leave St. Louis. Your company will have the opportunity to provide a lasting impression as you bid farewell to participants. Receive Platinum Package Benefits Thursday Afternoon Break: $1,250 Provide a welcome beverage break in the Exhibit Hall on Thursday afternoon where your organization can receive excellent visibility with prominent signage at Exhibit Hall entrance as well as at the Break Stations. Receive Bronze Package Benefits Friday Afternoon Break: $2,500 Attendees always look forward to the afternoon break on Friday in the Exhibit Hall where your organization can receive excellent visibility with prominent signage at Exhibit Hall entrance as well as at the Break Stations. Receive Silver Package Benefits *Contact us if interested in co-sponsoring.
Exhibit Hall Coffee Service: $ 750 Increase traffic as well as good will toward your organization! Sponsored coffee/tea will be served in the Exhibit Hall on Thursday or Friday morning. Sponsorship recognition will be provided with name and logo at Exhibit Hall entrance as well as at coffee stations. Sponsored AmenitiesTote Bags: $1,500 Make a lasting impression as your company's logo along with SSWAA's is displayed in a visible fashion throughout the conference. As participants travel home, you'll continue to receive prime exposure. Receive Bronze Package Benefits. Participant Bag Advertising Insert: $300 Advertise your product or services in the conference attendee's tote bags. Provide 750 one page flyers or brochures (no catalogs) by March 1, 2010 and they will be inserted into registration bags. Your Own Bag Product Insert: $100 Make your presence appreciated by providing a product or amenity of your own in the registration bag. Provide 750 items and we'll put them in the registration bags. (Items must be pre-approved by SSWAA.) All SSWAA convention sponsors receive the following recognition:
Exhibit Dates & RatesAs mental health professionals responsible for psycho-social assessments and therapeutic services in schools, School Social Workers provide a prime market for psycho-social assessment instruments, therapeutic toys, games, books, programs, resources, treatment facilities and services. School Social Workers attend our conference to earn continuing education credits and eagerly await the opportunity to build our libraries, assessment arsenal and treasure chests of activities. Rates: Benefits:
and listing in the Final Conference Program Items not included in the exhibit fee:
Take-One Table: $ 150 For organizations unable to attend in person, Take-One Table space can be rented for distribution of organization materials. All materials must be approved in advance by SSWAA. To receive approval to display your material, please send one copy of each item you wish to display with your completed application
Schedule: Set up during our Pre-Conference and be ready for the "Meet and Greet" Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall from 5-7:30 p.m. which will provide a perfect time for attendees to begin visiting your booth. Coffee and Refreshment Breaks will also be served in the Exhibit Hall. Move In: Thursday, April 8 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, April 9 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, April 10 8:00 a.m. – 10 a.m. Dismantling:Saturday, April 10 Beginning at 10:30 a.m. Approximately 60-90 days prior to the conference, each exhibitor will receive the Exhibitor Service Kit with further directions. Tables will be reserved for Sponsors. Other tables will be assigned as received. ******************** For more information or to reserve your space, contact Dot Kontak at 636-236-7246 or dkontak1@aol.com Policies & ProceduresEligibility to Exhibit: All products and services exhibited at the SSWAA conference shall be directly related to the SSWAA mission to enhance the mental health and educational competence of children and must be of professional or educational benefit or interest to convention participants. SSWAA reserves the right to determine the eligibility of prospective exhibitors for inclusion in its exhibit hall. Space Assignments: Preference of booth location cannot be guaranteed by SSWAA. If necessary, SSWAA reserves the right to assign the next best space when space requested is not available. Exhibitors will be notified of booth assignments as soon as it is confirmed. All contracts received after February 1 will be assigned space on a first come first served basis. Please complete and return your form, including your 1st – 3rd location preferences, as soon as possible to be assured priority assignment. Cancellation and Refunds: All exhibiting organizations canceling exhibit space will be charged a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be issued for exhibit space cancellations received after February 1, 2010. All cancellation requests must be received in writing. General Guidelines: Displays must be contained within the assigned exhibit space in such a way that they do not interfere with other exhibitors' display. All displays, signs, flyers, distribution of literature and souvenirs or any other activities must take place inside the contracted exhibit space only. SSWAA reserves the right to reject or require on-site modifications of any display that, in SSWAA's sole discretion, is not in keeping with the character of the SSWAA exhibition or in violation of the "good neighbor" policies as described above. SSWAA also reserves the right to remove promotional materials from the show floor that are deemed objectionable. No signs, banners or displays shall be displayed in any other part of the Hotel without the approval of the Catering/Convention Services Manager and Conference Planner. All signs, banners or displays submitted for approval must be professionally produced. Each exhibit must be open during all official exhibit hours. All shipping and handling charges will be the responsibility of the exhibitor. Conduct/Liability: Insurance and liability are the full and sole responsibility of the exhibitor. The exhibitor agrees to adhere to and be bound by all applicable fire, utility, and building code regulations at the exhibit property. Exhibitors must make provisions for safeguarding their goods, materials, equipment, and stations at all times. The School Social Work Association of America or the St. Louis Union Station Marriott (Hotel) will not be responsible for the loss or theft of property belonging to any exhibitor, its agents, employees, visitors or guests. Damage of Property: The exhibitor shall not deface or damage the Hotel property or exhibit area in any way. Exhibitors are liable for any damage caused to building floors, walls, columns or tables or to any other exhibitor's property. It is further agreed that no sign, banner or display will be affixed to any part of the Hotel. At no time will any group or their represent-tatives be allowed to hang banners without the assistance of the Hotel per the Hotel's fee structure. Unoccupied Space: Should any rented exhibitor space remain unoccupied on the opening day or should any space be forfeited due to the failure to make payments, SSWAA reserves the right to rent that space to any other exhibitor or use that space for such purposes as it may see fit without any liability on its part. This clause shall not affect the obligation of the exhibitor to pay the full amount specified in the application/ contract agreement. Questions regarding these policies should be directed to Dot Kontak, SSWAA Conference Planner via email at dkontak1@aol.com or phone at 636-236-7246 Advertising OpportunitiesThe 2010 National School Social Work Conference offers a unique opportunity to showcase your company's programs, products, and services to mental health professionals from coast to coast. Conference attendees include School Social Workers, administrators, university professors, as well as other educators. Conference Program: Each attendee will receive a Conference Program when they register for the conference. This program is used during and after the conference as attendees take it with them to share with their professional colleagues and supervisors. Deadline for all Program ad submissions: Preliminary Brochure: October 15, 2009 Final Program: February 1, 2010 Ad Sizes and Artwork Requirements
Exhibitors and Sponsors of the 2010 conference receive a 15% discount on all advertising prices! Ad Requirements: Electronic files only: No WORD documents, preference PDFs, or Jpeg (Jpeg needs to be 500 pixels or more) for the program. All ads must be in black and white. Ads will be accepted via email in the correct format. SSWAA reserves the right to accept or reject conference program ads. All copy is subject to SSWAA approval. Publication of an advertisement does not constitute endorsement or approval of a book, publication, point of view, standard of service or opinion presented therein. SSWAA's 2010 National School Social Work Association features fun, entertainment and shopping opportunities at the Silent Auction. Be part of the fun, whether you can attend the conference or not, by donating items or baskets which will contribute to the success of the auction. Be inspired and creative as you consider donating something representative of your business. Proceeds will go to the School Social Work Association of America to support its mission: "dedicated to promoting the profession of School Social Work and the professional development of School Social Workers…" Your business will be listed as an Auction Sponsor in the Conference Program. Mail or ship items prior to March 1, 2010 along with Application/Contract to:
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