20th West Regional Conference:
Portland, Oregon, USA

February 17–20, 2010

Local chairs: Dennis Hickey, Barbara Low

Cosponsored by Oregon Reading Association

20th West Regional Conference, Portland OregonExperience an excellent professional development opportunity at the 20th West IRA Regional Conference. Gain valuable insights from leading voices in literacy education, including Kelly Gallagher, Danny Brassell, Donna Santman, Ralph Fletcher, Frank Serafini, and many others.

  • Connect with professionals from across the region.
  • Explore the latest in educational materials and resources in the Exhibit Hall.
  • Experience Portland's natural beauty, bustling downtown, seasonally-focused dining, and a cultural scene celebrated for its mix of classical institutions and innovative new venues.

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Program | Registration | Housing & Travel | Exhibitor Information

Program and Schedule

Registration

Pre-registration is now closed. Attendees may register onsite

Registration hours

Wednesday, 2/17 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, 2/18 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday, 2/19 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, 2/20 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

New! On-site registration fees reduced!

On-site Registration Fees
(Rates do not include meals)

Member

Non-
member

Student

Full conference

$275
New! $225

$275
New! $225

$125

Single Day

$175

$175

$90

All rates quoted in U.S. dollars. For information on discounted registration for emeritus members of IRA, contact customer service (e-mail customerservice@reading.org; tel. 1-800-336-7323 or +302-731-1600).

Attendees

Upon arrrival at the Oregon Convention Center please go to the prepaid pick up counters to receive your name badge holder, program book, and tote bag.

Registration hours

Wednesday, 2/17 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, 2/18 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday, 2/19 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, 2/20 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Housing and Travel

Conference Venue

Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
Visit the convention center's website

Housing

Doubletree Hotel Portland, OR
1000 NE Multnomah St.
Portland, OR 97232
Visit the hotel's website

IRA rates: $119-$129 single/double

Exhibitor information

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