12th Annual Recruitment and Retention Conference

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When is the Conference?
Where is the Conference?
How much does the conference Cost?
When is the registration deadline?
Are accommodations provided?
Can I be paired up with a friend?
Is transportation provided?
Will I be reimbursed for travel?
Will meals be provided?
Is the conference mandatory?
What if I cannot attend the conference?
What if I must arrive late/leave early?
What is the dress code/attire?
Do I have to stay at the hotel?
Do I need to bring anything to the conference?

When is the Conference?

Saturday & Sunday, April 5-6, 2008

Registration is at 10:00 a.m. Saturday. The opening session begins at 3:00 p.m., so please arrive professionally dressed and ready for the conference. You will not have time to check into your room and dress before the conference. The conference ends approximately at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Where is the Conference?

The conference will be held at the Rosen Plaza Hotel. The address is:

Rosen Plaza Hotel
9700 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Reservations: (800) 327-828 Hotel: (407) 996-9700 Fax: (407) 354-5774

How much does the conference Cost?

The conference is free of charge to scholars. Community college students and community college contacts must pay a fee of $25 to complete his/her registration. Professionals must pay a fee of $175 to complete his/her registration. However, all students must register for the conference prior to the registration deadline. Space is limited.

When is the registration deadline?

The deadline for conference registration is February 29th, 2008.

Are accommodations provided?

Students who indicate that they need hotel accommodations at the time of registration will be provided with a room, free of charge, and will be paired with another student. Conference attendees will be staying at the Rosen Plaza Hotel. Students are not allowed to bring additional guests. If a student does not wish to be paired with another student or wants to bring guests, he/she must pay for and make his/her own hotel arrangements.

Can I be paired up with a friend?

Students may request a roommate at time of registration. However, there is no guarantee that you will be matched with the requested student.

Is transportation provided?

Students should check with the primary contact at their respective institution to make travel arrangements. Some institutions may be arranging van, bus, or air travel.

Will I be reimbursed for travel?

No, FFMT will not reimburse students for travel to the conference.

Will meals be provided?

FFMT will provide meals on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday. Students must eat at scheduled meal times. FFMT will not pay for room service.

Is the conference mandatory?

YES! Failure to attend the conference will result in termination of scholarship. Graduating seniors who have been hired for a “qualified” teaching position may be exempt from attending. Please call Cheryl Williams at (352) 392-9196 ext. 21 to inquire about an exemption.

What if I cannot attend the conference?

Scholars must submit a letter stating the reason to Cheryl Williams, Program Coordinator, so that arrangements can be made prior to the conference. Excuses other than medical reasons with documentation will not be accepted after the conference.

What if I must arrive late/leave early?

Scholars must submit a letter stating the reason to Cheryl Williams, Program Coordinator, so arrangements can be made.

What is the dress code/attire?

Since the conference is professional, business attire is recommended. Be sure to arrive dressed and ready for the conference.

Do I have to stay at the host hotel?

No, students who live in the Orlando area are encouraged to stay at their homes. Students who will be bringing along family or guests must make their own hotel arrangements. However, all students must register for the conference. Please notify our office if you will not need accommodations of you did not indicate it on the registration form.

Do I need to bring anything to the conference?

Professional attire, an updated resume and a positive attitude, as students will have an opportunity to meet with school district recruiters and interviews can be arranged. Students may also want to bring enough money for snacks or a credit card for incidental expenses at the Rosen Plaza Hotel.