ELEA Early Childhood Director Boot Camp
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ELEA Director Boot Camp is an intense training for both new and seasoned early childhood directors (or directors in training) who are interested in building a network for yourself, developing new skills and strategies and re-inspiring your passion for your mission. We are exploring school tour options as an add-on for June 25th, please stay tuned for more info.

Date and Time
Sunday Jun 23, 2019 Tuesday Jun 25, 2019
Our program will begin on June 23rd at 1:00 pm. There will be an early-bird welcome on June 22nd for those arriving early as well as an optional lunch on the 23rd. Our program will conclude on June 25th at 11:30 am. Please schedule travel accordingly. Part 2 will be held at the IGNITE Conference in Las Vegas, NV February 4th - 6th, 2020.
By registering for this event you agree to commit to attending both portions of the Early Childhood Director Boot Camp training. This includes the June event, and pre-conference event as part of the ELEA National Administrator & Pastor Conference, IGNITE. You further commit to participate in a monthly conference and complete a project which you will determine, related to your position as director, following Part 1 of this training.
Your school or center MUST be a current member of ELEA in order for you to participate in this program.
Location
Wyndham Chicago O’Hare hotel, located at 1450 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, near the Allstate Arena and northwest Chicago. Use the free shuttle to and from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). If you're driving here or renting a car, you can also enjoy free parking throughout your stay. We have a fully-equipped fitness center, two convenient restaurants, a lobby bar, and 24-hour Starbucks® coffee kiosk.
Room rates have been secured at $105.00 per night which includes breakfast buffet.
For reservations please call 847-296-8866 and tell them you are with ELCA Boot Camp Meeting (we need to use the ELCA not ELEA when using the hotel). The rate is available for 2 days before and 3 days after the meeting for anyone wishing to stay and enjoy all Chicago has to offer.
Fees/Admission
ELEA Boot Camp Part 1 is offered at a rate of $495. This fee covers a multitude of engaging workshop offerings, several meals, and breaks as well as resources, panelist time and much more. Room rates have been secured at $105. Once participants are registered we will share the attendee list in case you would like to share a room.
Cancellation Policy: cancellations made by May 15th can recieve a full refund minus $100 processing fee. Cancellations made after May 15th are not eligable for a refund.
Contact Information
Cory Newman
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