Mark Your Calendars for the
2003 NAESP Annual Convention

   Plan to attend NAESP's 82nd Annual Convention and Exhibition in Anaheim, California, from April 11-15, 2003. Anaheim is home to Disneyland, one of the family fun capitals of the world. U.S. Air Force (ret.) captain and American hero Scott O'Grady; Dr. Lorraine Monroe, founder and executive director of the School Leadership Academy; and Malcolm Gladwell, author of The Tipping Point, are featured speakers. For more information, go to www.naesp.org/conventions.

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Top 10 Reasons to "Catch the Wave" and Attend NAESP's 82nd Annual Convention

10 Escape the Weather . . . Combat the winter blues & flee the spring showers by joining NAESP in sunny Anaheim, California.

9 Exciting New Anaheim Resort Area . . . Five billion dollars in renovations & enhancements has transformed downtown Anaheim into a premier resort area. Come and see the new, dynamic convention center.

8 Something for Everyone . . . Fun-filled pre- & post-convention tours & activities are planned for children, families and friends -- so bring them along for all to enjoy!

7 146,000+ Square Feet of Exhibits . . . See the latest products & services from the leading education vendors.

6 Networking . . . Sessions, workshops, zone meetings, state socials and special events all offer you a great opportunity to network with thousands of elementary & middle school leaders from the U.S., the District of Columbia, Canada and from around the world.

5 Great Rates & Membership Benefits . . . Save $200 off non-member rates! Register by October 31st & save an additional $50.

4 Continuing Education Credits . . . Earn CEUs by attending an innovative full-day learning opportunity & three-hour workshops.

3 Keynote Speakers . . . Where else can you hear outstanding presentations by American hero & U.S. Air Force (ret.) captain Scott O'Grady; internationally acclaimed educator Dr. Lorraine Monroe; and Malcolm Gladwell, staff writer for The New Yorker & author of The Tipping Point -- all in one place?

2 Best Practices . . . Share your knowledge and tap the expertise of      school leaders and their best practices. Return home with valuable strategies & effective solutions.

1 Leading Learning Communities . . . NAESP's 82nd Annual Convention is THE gathering place for effective Leaders of Learning Communities! Don't miss your opportunity to be among them!