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[vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1614793489648{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;background-color: #f2f2ee !important;}”][vc_row content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1614793431217{margin-top: 60px !important;}” el_class=”container”][vc_column width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-10″][vc_column_text el_class=”reveal”][\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”Will the Symposium 2021 be in-person or virtual?” custom_font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true” el_class=”reveal”]The Aurora Institute Symposium 2021 will be held virtually on October 25-27, due to health and safety considerations with travel and hosting large in-person gatherings. Registration is now open<\/a>. We hope you will join us. <\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”I\u2019d like to submit a proposal to present. How do I do this?” custom_font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true” el_class=”reveal”]Proposals were due by 11:59 p.m. ET on Friday, March 26, 2021. Unfortunately, we cannot accept late submissions. If you have already submitted a proposal, you can expect to be notified about your proposal status by May 10, 2021.<\/p>\n

*NOTE: Keynote plenary speakers are selected by invitation only.<\/span><\/i>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Who attends the Aurora Institute Symposium?” el_class=”reveal”]The Aurora Institute gathers leading practitioners and educators shaping the future of education across the U.S. and around the world. Attendees include superintendents and district administrators, principals and school administrators, teachers, researchers, policymakers, technical assistance, and professional development providers, higher education leaders, funders, school board members, students, and other advocates for transforming education systems.<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Where can I find the Symposium agenda and program?” el_class=”reveal”]The Symposium “At-a-Glance” agenda is located here,<\/a> and you can view keynote plenaries here<\/a>.<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How can I register to attend the Symposium?” el_class=”reveal”]Attendee registration is open for the Symposium at this link<\/a>. Policymakers, members of the press, and K-16 students may also attend the Symposium free of charge. To receive a code for complimentary registration, please contact Jessica Brisson<\/a>. <\/span>Consider joining our mailing lists<\/span><\/a> to ensure you receive important Symposium updates about programming.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the attendee registration fee?” el_class=”reveal”]Attendee registration fees have been announced on this page<\/a>. Aurora Institute members may attend the Symposium free of charge. Register to become a member here<\/a>, then register to attend the Symposium<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”I\u2019m interested in sponsoring the Symposium. Where can I learn more?” el_class=”reveal”]Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the Symposium. Please contact Natalie Slocum<\/a> to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, and view the sponsorship prospectus here<\/a>. <\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How can I get access to the Program Book and Zoom links for sessions?” el_class=”reveal”]If you are registered, please contact Natalie Slocum<\/a> for access to this year’s Program Book and Zoom links to enter the keynotes and sessions.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”I need a copy of my receipt\/invoice. Who should I contact?” el_class=”reveal”]Please contact Desiree Smith<\/a>\u00a0to receive a copy of your receipt or invoice.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”I have a question about membership. Who should I contact?” el_class=”reveal”]Please contact Jessica Brisson<\/a>\u00a0with any questions about membership support.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1614792907700{margin-top: 60px !important;}” el_class=”container”][vc_column width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-10″][vc_column_text el_class=”reveal”]<\/p>\n

Presenter Information<\/h5>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”When will the RFP open for presentation proposal submissions?” el_class=”reveal”]The RFP will open on March 23, 2020.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”When will we be notified if our proposal is accepted?” el_class=”reveal”]You will receive an email notification sometime in June if your proposal has been accepted, waitlisted, or declined.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How many presenters can lead a session?” el_class=”reveal”]There is a limit of six presenters: a lead presenter and five co-presenters.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”I submitted a proposal and listed several co-presenters. Will everyone receive notification of acceptance?” el_class=”reveal”]Yes. The submitter and all presenters will receive correspondence regarding their presentation proposal. However, it is the lead presenter\u2019s responsibility to communicate pertinent information regarding the session\/workshop to their co-presenters.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”May I make changes to my proposal after it\u2019s been accepted?” el_class=”reveal”]Yes. You will be notified of dates to edit your proposal via email. This includes replacing or removing presenters.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”My proposal has been accepted. What is provided in each room?” el_class=”reveal”]All of the pre-conference workshops and breakout sessions are equipped with a screen (16:9 ratio for presentations), LCD projector, wireless hand-held and lavalier microphones, chairs for the panelists, external speakers for sound; wireless internet service, and a hard-wired connection for the presenter. Each room is set in table rounds of ten.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you provide laptops?” el_class=”reveal”]No. Presenters must bring their own computer. If you are presenting on a Mac, it is important that you provide a VGA converter and remote.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you provide pens, markers, and post-it notes?” el_class=”reveal”]It is the responsibility of the presenters to bring the necessary office supplies for their presentation.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”When will session content be posted on the Symposium website?” el_class=”reveal”]Session content will be posted on the website in Summer 2020.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1614793052020{margin-top: 60px !important;}” el_class=”container”][vc_column width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-10″][vc_column_text el_class=”reveal”]<\/p>\n

Hotel Information<\/h5>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”Do I need to reserve my hotel room, or does the Symposium registration include my hotel reservation?” el_class=”reveal”]You are responsible for booking your own hotel room. Hotels are listed on the symposium website with links to receive the negotiated conference rate.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the deadline for booking a hotel room?” el_class=”reveal”]Each hotel has a different cut-off date to receive the conference rate. Be sure to check the Travel and Lodging<\/a> information on the Symposium website.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1614793057797{margin-top: 60px !important;}” el_class=”container”][vc_column width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-10″][vc_column_text el_class=”reveal”]<\/p>\n

Innovation Corner<\/span><\/h5>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”When will sponsorship opportunities be posted?” el_class=”reveal”]Sponsorship information will be available in late March 2020.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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