20th West Regional Conference:
Portland, Oregon, USA
February 17–20, 2010
Local chairs: Dennis Hickey, Barbara Low
Cosponsored by Oregon Reading Association
Experience 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.
Quick links
Program | Registration | Housing & Travel | Exhibitor Information
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.
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