NIEA 42nd ANNUAL CONVENTION & TRADESHOW - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Printable Call to Convention Here it is! The 2011 Call to Convention! This document contains all the information you need regarding this year's convention. The National Indian Education Association (NIEA) is proud to announce the 42nd Annual Convention that brings together Indian leaders, congressional representatives, and educators from throughout the United States and Canada. Forums and workshops will be held for educators to share concerns, ideas, and solutions to education-related issues that affect Native communities. Topics from early childhood through postsecondary education will be discussed. We hope to bring in the highest attendance ever at this year’s convention.

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General (American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian) $450/$500

Associate (Non-Native, Advocate) $450/$500

Elder (60 years or older) $100/$150

Student High School (7th –12th) $100/$150

Student Post Secondary (attending college) $150/$200

Lifetime Member (NIEA Past President/Educator of the Year) Complimentary

Pre-Registration (Deadline: 9/23/2011)/On-Site (After: 9/24/2011)

The registration link above is for credit card use (preferred). If you are paying by check, continue to use this online form and click on the 'pay by check' option. Checks MUST arrive in the NIEA office within ten days of online registration or registration will not be considered. Registration fee is non-refundable. NO exceptions. If you are faxing registration, DO NOT FAX registration form without payment. Registration forms without payment or copies of checks do not constitute payment. NIEA does not accept purchase orders.

Invoices can be processed for a $50 fee. Continue to use this option and use 'pay by check' option. After please, email registration@niea.org and notify NIEA that you need an invoice sent. NIEA annual membership is included in the registration fee. An amount not less than $10 from each registration fee will go toward the NIEA Endowment Fund.

Register Now + AISES! NIEA members are invited to enjoy a joint membership with AISES, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society. Founded in 1977, AISES, has worked to substantially increase American Indian and Alaska Native representation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields—as students, professionals, mentors, and leaders. AISES “Educator” members can take advantage of exciting benefits. (Registration + $30). Rules and regulations are the same as the regular registration.

Submit a Workshop Proposal! PLEASE READ: Presentations can be up to ninety (90) minutes in length and may be repeated (space permitting). Workshop meeting rooms accommodate 10-75 people. Presenters must conduct their workshops at the designated time and location. “No shows” or cancellations place an unfair burden on convention organizers and are unfair to participants who are interested in the presentation topic. Confirmations will be e-mailed August 29, 2011. No honoraria or expenses will be paid to the presenters by NIEA or by the host Local Planning Committee. Audio/visual order forms will be sent with workshop confirmation notice. Please report to the PRESENTER’S CHECK-IN to verify room assignment, and receive name badge, receipt, and evaluation package. All workshop rooms are set up theater style with one head table. NIEA does not provide storage and assume liability or responsibility for damaged or lost equipment.

Tribal Leaders' One Day Registration (Wednesday)

Youth Day Registration (Friday)

The Youth Day at the 42nd Annual NIEA Convention is a special event designed exclusively for 7th – 12th grade students. The registration fee is limited to only one attendee for one day, Friday, October 28, 2011. If the student/chaperone is attending the entire convention, then they must register at the regular convention rates and complete the NIEA Convention Registration Form.

Be an Exhibitor or Vendor at the Trade Show

Always a highlight of our annual conventions! The trade show is a great place to showcase the latest educations resources and tools, introduce your company or college to interested members, and sell to our members who are ready to buy your goods and services.