GETEA Annual Conference 2019
"Transforming the Future of Engineering"
Our Annual Conference is in less than Three Months!
Dear GETEA Members,
I am Shenica Bridges-Mathieu your current GETEA president. The GETEA Executive Committee and Conference Planning Team would like to take this opportunity to invite you to the 2019 GETEA Annual Conference January 25th - 26th, 2019 at the Effingham College and Career Academy located in the suburbs of the beautiful Savannah, Georgia.
The Theme this year is "Transforming the Future of Engineering." The conference planning committee chose this theme because Georgia innovators like yourself have been working hard to brand this state as a hub for innovation and engineering initiatives. In order for us to keep a robust economy, we must band together to continue to "lead in a technical world," and that means preparing for the workforce of today for the unknown advancements in engineering and technology that will lead to the new jobs of tomorrow.
At the conference, interest sessions will be organized around the High School Pathway Standards and the Middle School Course Standards along with some general interest sessions applicable to all strands. We plan to offer interest sessions in each strand throughout the conference, allowing you to maximize your conference experience.
If you are interested in sharing your knowledge, we are still looking for a few more dynamic, relevant and thought provoking presentations, so please fill out the form at the bottom of this newsletter relating to our call for presenters.
We look forward to seeing you in January. Please check out the details about the conference below, register, and book your hotel stay. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me using the information below.
Sincerely,
Shenica Bridges - Mathieu
2018-2019 GETEA President
Shenica_Mathieu@dekalbschoolsga.org
404-655-8283
GETEA 2019 Conference : "Transforming The Future of Engineering"
Overview
Effingham College & Career Academy (ECCA) is a 9-12 grade charter program school located near Savannah and authorized by the Effingham Board of Education.Students from both high schools in the county attend classes and earn professional certifications and credentials in Nursing, Allied Health, Sports Medicine, Engineering, Robotics, Web Design, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Automotive Technology and Maintenance, and Logistics.ECCA students participate in industry internships, visit numerous businesses, and, complete career relevant projects during the school year. Many are ECCA industry partners, including Georgia Power, Georgia-Pacific, Effingham Health System, Edwards Interiors Aerospace, Georgia Transformer, Georgia Ports Authority, Port City Logistics, and B&B Warehousing.
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) classes began in the new 47,000 square foot ECCA addition in August of 2016.
Dual Enrollment students earn college and high school credits in Aircraft Assembly, Welding, Law Enforcement, and Cosmetology programs, in addition to academic credits.
Friday, Jan 25, 2019, 07:00 AM
Effingham College & Career Academy, Georgia 21, Rincon, GA, USA
Agenda
7:00 am - 12:00 pm - Initial Registration - Country Inn And Suites 95N (Main Conference Hotel)
8:00 am - 11:00 pm - Vendor Booths
10:00 am - 11:30 adeem - Tour 1 (TBD)
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - lunch on your own
1:00 p.m - 2:30 pm - Tour 2 (TBD)
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm - Registration Re-opens at the Effingham College and Career Academy
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm Concurrent Interest Sessions – Effingham College and Career Academy
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm General Session/DOE Update – Effingham College and Career Academy
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm GETEA Evening Session and Dinner (Mighty 8 Fighter Museum)
1/26/19 Day 2 (Saturday)
7:30am - 8:00am Registration – Effingham College and Career Academy
:00 am - 11:00 pm - Vendor Booths Effingham College and Career Academy
8:00am - 8:45am Concurrent Interest Sessions – Effingham College and Career Academy
8:55am - 9:40am Concurrent Interest Sessions – Effingham College and Career Academy
9:50am - 10:35am Concurrent Interest Sessions – Effingham College and Career Academy
10:45am - 11:30am Concurrent Interest Sessions– Effingham College and Career Academy
11:45am - 12:45pm Annual Business Meeting - Effingham College and Career Academy
12:45pm - 2:00 pm Awards Luncheon/Area Roundtable – Effingham College and Career Academy
Conference Cost and Registration Form
Member and Vendor Conference Registration
Member Registration before January 5, 2018
$135.00
Non - Member Registration before January 5, 2018
$170.00
Member Registration after January 5, 2018
$170.00
Non - Member Registration after January 5, 2018
$205.00
Spouse's Registration
$45.00
Undergraduate Student Registration
$35.00
Retired Member Registration
$50.00
Please click on the link . Print out the form, and mail it in.
Vendor/Sustaining Member Conference Fee $150 (includes booth, workshop demonstration, and conference program advertisement)
Hotels and Rates
Country Inn And Suites
Country Inn and Suites (Main Conference Hotel
200 Raley Rd,
Port Wentworth, GA 31407
(912) 964-2300
Holiday Inn Express
7210 GA-21,
Port Wentworth, GA 31407
(912) 964-8900
Best Western Plus
Rates start at $79 per night + tax
115 O'Leary Rd,
Port Wentworth, GA 31407
Other Suggested Hotels
Rates Start at $57 + tax
7220 GA-21,
Port Wentworth, GA 31407
(623) 207-7354
Rates Start at $90 + tax
115 Traveler's Way,
Port Wentworth, GA 31407
(912) 965-1445
Effingham County, Georgia
Effingham County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 52,250. The seat is Springfield. Effingham County is included in the Savannah metropolitan area.
Early Bird and Vendor Incentives
Names of those registered by 12/15/19 will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Gift Card. Drawings will be held at the general sessions at the business meeting on Saturday.. You must be present to win.
Vendor Prize Drawings
Each member is encouraged to visit each vendor booth. There will be raffle tickets given at each vendor booth.
Limitations and Liability
The Georgia Engineering and Technology Educators Association, its directors, employees, contractors, consultants, committees, and hosting organizations are not responsible for any personal injury, loss, or damages resulting from travel to, from, during, or as a result of attendance at the Annual GETEA Conference, nor for any expenses incurred as result of travel arrangement changes for any reason including strikes, illness, weather, acts of God, national security breaches, or other causes.
Registration and Membership Information
Membership or Renewal (all dues must be paid prior to registering for the conference)
Professional Member Dues
$35.00
3 Year Profession Dues
$100.00
1st Year Teacher or New to Georgia Teacher
$15.00
Retired Teacher or Undergraduate Student Membership
$5.00