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2006 TASFAA Conference
Submitted by Fall Conference Committee

Through the wilds of Texas we have traveled, encountering concrete jungles, steel megaliths, and the occasional mosquito. But we have prevailed. The 2006 TASFAA Conference Committee of adventurers has charted the course so that we can “Explore, Discover, and Renew.” Come join us on this exciting expedition from October 11-13 at The Crowne Plaza Hotel in San Antonio, Texas. This journey offers many opportunities to rejuvenate and educate. Plan to brave the swamps of ACGs, SMARTs, R2T4s, CODs, and financial aid presentations. Learn how to navigate the new state financial aid application, and the vast uncharted territory of middle schools. And swing from the vines of recruitment, retention, and graduation.

If you are not faint of heart, and wish to uncover more information on this thrilling exploration, visit www.tasfaa.org/docs/toc_conferences.html. Here you will find lodging information (Overflow Hotel – Roadway Inn, 900 N Main Ave., San Antonio, TX 78212; 210-223-2951; Conference Hotel – Crowne Plaza, 111 Pecan St. East, San Antonio, TX 78205; 1-800-980-6429—be sure to mention you are attending the conference to receive the approved rates at both locations), and the registration form; be sure to secure your space for the quest by making your membership dues current. This expedition is for adventurers both veteran and novice alike, and promises to be enjoyable for all. We look forward to seeing all of our TASFAA colleagues soon. Please review our schedule below. Contact Micah Marin, conference vice chair, at mmarin@nationaleducation.com, or Kim Alexander, conference chair, at kim.alexander@tgslc.org with any questions.

2006 TASFAA Fall Conference Agenda
Explore. Discover. Renew.
Charting Your Course

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
12:00 – 1:30 Opening Luncheon with Keynote Speaker
1:45 – 3:00 Breakout Session 1*
3:00 – 3:30 Break**
3:30 – 4:45 Breakout Session 2
5:30 – 6:30 President’s Reception
6:30 – 12:00 Dinner, Dance, and Entertainment
Thursday, October 12, 2006
7:30 – 8:30 Continental Breakfast
8:30 – 9:45 Breakout Session 3
9:45 – 10:15 Break
10:15 – 11:30 Breakout Session 4
11:45 – 1:15 Discover TASFAA Recognition Luncheon
1:30 – 2:45 Breakout Session 5
2:45 – 3:15 Break
3:15 – 4:30 Breakout Session 6
4:45 – 5:30 School Forum Sessions
5:30 – 12:00 Dinner on Your Own
Friday, October 13, 2006
8:30 – 9:00 Continental Breakfast
9:00 – 9:30 State Update
9:30 – 10:00 Federal Update
10:00 – 10:45 Closing Session – Business Meeting

* There will be six sessions during each of the six breakout times.
** All breaks will take place in the vendor exhibit area.