CTA STATEWIDE CONFERENCES

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1 C A L I F O R N I A T E A C H E R S A S S O C I A T I O N CTA STATEWIDE CONFERENCES GLBT issues CONFERENCE ISSUES CONFERENCE GOOD TEACHING CONFERENCE NORTH NEW EDUCATOR WEEKEND CTA/NEA RETIRED CONFERENCE EQUITY & HUMAN RIGHTS CONFERENCE GOOD TEACHING CONFERENCE SOUTH

2 CTA Statewide CONFERENCES GLBT ISSUES CONFERENCE... 3 December 8-10, 2017 Fairmont Hotel San Jose, CA ISSUES CONFERENCE... 4 January 26-28, 2018 Rio All-Suite Hotel Las Vegas, NV GOOD TEACHING CONFERENCE-NORTH... 6 February 2-4, 2018 Fairmont Hotel San Jose, CA GOOD TEACHING CONFERENCE-SOUTH... 6 March 16-18, 2018 Hyatt Regency Orange County Garden Grove, CA NEW EDUCATOR WEEKEND... 8 February 23-25, 2018 San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront Burlingame, CA EQUITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS CONFERENCE March 2-4, 2018 Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach Torrance, CA CTA/NEA-RETIRED CONFERENCE March 1-2, 2018 Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach Torrance, CA

3 THE CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION hosts statewide conferences designed to provide knowledge and skills for members as they go about doing the work of the Organization. Over the years, CTA has been recognized for its excellent leadership and professional development training programs. When you attend a CTA conference, you receive vital information and perspective from some of the best content experts and thought leaders in public education in the state that you can immediately apply to your role as an educator and local leader. In this brochure you will find descriptions and registration information for upcoming CTA conferences including: GLBT Issues Conference, Issues Conference, Good Teaching Conference-North, New Educator Weekend, CTA/NEA-Retired Conference, Equity and Human Rights Conference, and Good Teaching Conference-South. Also included is a section highlighting the many Incentive Grants available to assist members and chapters with financial assistance so that you may attend one or more of these conferences. While each conference has its own agenda and its own focus, you will find some similarities among the offerings: Keynote Speakers Educational Workshops and Professional Development Leadership Training Membership Engagement Extensive Networking Opportunities Make your plans now to join your fellow CTA members for these outstanding learning and professional development opportunities. FRIDAY PRE-CONFERENCE Retirement Savings Made Easy OFFERED AT THE ISSUES, GOOD TEACHING NORTH & SOUTH, NEW EDUCATOR WEEKEND AND EQUITY & HUMAN RIGHTS CONFERENCES Saving for retirement is one of the most important steps you will take. Just how important is it to start now? Don t know where to start? Are you a hands-off investor? Attend our one-day pre-conference and get started! This workshop covers what you need to know about your retirement plans along with easy tools to help you choose the right type of savings for your retirement account. We will introduce you to the new CTA 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan which is designed for the hands-off investor. The CTA Plan offers high-quality investment options with lower fees than other 403(b) plans and follows a fiduciary standard which means all decisions are made in your best interest. This is a great opportunity to identify CTA Member Benefit resources which you can share in your local as part of a member engagement plan. We will use humor, games and interactive activities to keep the day interesting and engaging. This pre-conference is free and your attendance is subject to approval of the chapter president because release time will be arranged and paid for by CTA. Chapters may send members to one or more conferences. We encourage the chapter president to approve release time for one or more newer members of the chapter. More information is found on CTA Statewide Conferences 1

4 important conference information CONFERENCE & HOTEL REGISTRATION Online registration for conferences and hotels is available now at Make your hotel reservations while you are in the conference registration site by clicking on the hotel link or calling the hotel directly. You will be asked for a credit card number to guarantee your hotel reservation. Hotels will sell out so book your room early. All expenses are the responsibility of the individual, the chapter, the school district, the Service Center Council or the UniServ unit.. UNIVERSITY CREDIT All CTA conferences have been designed to meet educational requirements approved for continuing education university credit through the CSU Chico Department of Education. One unit of credit is available to those attending the main conference. A second unit of university credit is available to those attending a Friday pre-conference. The cost is $60 per unit and is payable by check or credit card. Details available online at You can sign up for university credit during the online registration process. At the conclusion of the conference and upon verification of your full attendance, the unit(s) will be posted to your official academic transcript. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH CREDIT Professional growth credit will be available at no cost and credit verification will be ed two weeks after the conference concludes. ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED CTA supports full participation at the conferences by all attendees. So we can accommodate your needs, please be sure to complete the special needs section on the online registration form or contact the Conference Coordination Center at CONFERENCE CONFIRMATION Once registered for a CTA conference, you will receive a conference registration confirmation containing additional details. CONFERENCE FEES Included in the conference fee are all materials, guides, handouts (also available electronically), conference meals, opening reception, professional development credit and the smartphone conference app. All conference fees are due and payable at the time of registration. CTA accepts checks, credit cards and purchase orders. Please be sure to note the name of the conference and participant(s) in the memo section of each check or purchase order. register now at 2 CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

5 glbt issues conference DECEMBER 8-10, 2017 FAIRMONT HOTEL, SAN JOSE, CA CTA is proud to present the ninth annual CTA conference addressing GLBT issues involving educators, students and community. This conference is open to all CTA members and will serve as a venue to discuss a variety of subjects affecting the entire membership and California s youth. Participants will have a variety of workshops to choose from as well as opportunities to interact with members from across the state. CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS Friday Evening Friday night begins with a dinner and a program for attendees. Saturday Facilitated Dialogue Lunch will feature a screening and facilitated discussion on the movie, Moonlight. We look forward to your participation. On Saturday and Sunday we ll have many workshops for you to choose from along with the GLBT Caucus Awards on Sunday morning Sunday Closing Keynote CTA President Eric C. Heins Go online at to see the full listing of workshops. CONFERENCE FEES Conference fees include access to all workshops, electives, general sessions, opening night reception, conference meals, handouts, materials, smartphone app and closing brunch. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES Member $ Non-Member $ Student CTA $39.00 NEA Member Affiliate Not From California $ HOTEL RESERVATIONS You may register online with the hotel during the conference registration period. If you prefer, you may call the Fairmont Central Reservations at and ask for the CTA GLBT 2017 rate. The CTA negotiated hotel rate is only $133 plus applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy. Hotel registration deadline is November 16, 2017, but room may sellout prior to that date. Only valet parking is available at the Fairmont at a reduced rate of $20 per day. All expenses for accommodations are the responsibility of the individual, the chapter, the Service Center Council or the UniServ unit. AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE (subject to change) Friday 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm CTA Registration Desk 4:00 pm- 9:30 pm Exhibits 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Greetings & Dinner Saturday 7:30 am- 3:00 pm CTA Registration Desk 7:30 am- 8:30 am Breakfast 8:00 am- 5:00 pm Exhibits 8:30 am- 10:30 am Session 1 10:30 am- 10:45 am Break 10:45 am- 11:45 am Session 2 12:00 pm- 2:30 pm Lunch Movie Screening Moonlight 2:45 pm- 4:45 pm Session 3 5:00 pm- 7:00 pm Ethnic Minority Forum/Caucuses Sunday 7:45 am- 8:30 am Coffee Service 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CTA Registration Desk 8:00 am- 12:00 pm Exhibits 8:00 am- 9:00 am Women s Forum/Women s Caucus 9:00 am- 10:30 am Facilitated Dialogue Trump Administration Effects on LGBTQ+ 10:45 am- 12:00 pm Brunch, GLBT Caucus Awards & Closing General Session with CTA President Eric Heins For questions, glbtconference@cta.org The GLBT Issues Conference Registration Deadline is November 16, CTA Statewide Conferences 3

6 issues conference STRONGER THAN EVER, WE STAND TOGETHER JANUARY 26 28, 2018 RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA Understanding and embracing the challenges facing educators today will shape the educational future for our youth and will result in a positive and dynamic impact on our culture and society. CTA will continue as a leader in the advancement of building a stronger profession and protecting public education. After attending sessions on current issues, collaborating with colleagues to invest in lasting relationships and acquiring skill-sets, you will be stronger than ever as you stand together to shape the future of education for our youth and the society in which they live. FRIDAY PRE-CONFERENCE Retirement Savings Made Easy. See page 1 for details. MAIN CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS We are offering many new and updated sessions again this year! The 2018 conference will feature dynamic and inspirational keynote speakers, session presenters, as well as opportunities to network and collaborate with colleagues. The program will provide breakout sessions for members in County Office of Education, Educational Support Professionals, Rural, Suburban, Urban and Higher Education Locals. Dr. Alan J. Daly, author and professor in the Department of Education Studies at the University of California, San Diego, will give the closing keynote address on Sunday. The conference will include an array of up-to-date elective skill building sessions and informative, relevant topic sessions for you to choose from including; Membership Engagement Always, All Ways, All Days; Positive School Discipline; LCAP and On the Frontline: The School to Prison Pipeline and many more. See for updates. TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT As a special incentive to attend this valuable training, transportation costs will be reimbursed for first-time participants from chapters with 300 or fewer members; for up to four participants from Service Center Councils; and for up to five participants from each UniServ unit. All other transportation costs are the responsibility of the individual, the chapter, the Service Center Council or the UniServ unit. Transportation reimbursement is based on grant recipient reimbursement guidelines. (see page 13) Full conference attendance from Saturday morning to the closing of the conference on Sunday is required for transportation reimbursement. CONFERENCE FEES Conference fees include access to all workshops, electives, general sessions, opening night dinner, conference meals, handouts, materials, smartphone app and closing brunch. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES Chapter with 100 or fewer members $ Chapter with 101 or more members $ Student CTA $25.00 Non-Member $ CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

7 issues conference HOTEL RESERVATIONS You may book your hotel room online during your conference registration. If you prefer, you may call the Rio Hotel at and ask for the CTA Issues Conference rate. The rate is only $87 plus a $20 resort fee and applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy for Friday and Saturday nights. Pay only $45 plus the $20 resort fee and applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy for Thursday and Sunday nights. Note that the Rio All-Suite Hotel will charge your credit card for one night s deposit at time of reservation. Hotel registration deadline is January 3, Book early as discounted rooms are limited. All expenses for accommodations are the responsibility of the individual, the chapter, the Service Center Council or the UniServ unit. register now at AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE (subject to change) Friday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm CTA Registration/Information Desk 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Showcase of CTA Services, Programs & Exhibits 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Welcome Reception and Dinner Buffet (no formal program) Saturday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm CTA Registration/Information Desk 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Exhibits 7:30 am - 8:30 am Breakfast and Opening Remarks 8:45 am - 9:45 am Opening Session 10:00 am - 11:30 am Electives 11:45 am - 1:15 pm Lunch and General Session 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Electives 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm Electives 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Caucus Meetings Dinner on Own Sunday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CTA Registration/Information Desk 8:30 am - 10:00 am Electives 10:15 am - 12:00 pm Brunch & Closing General Session EARLY REGISTRATION INCENTIVE INCENTIVE GRANTS AVAILABLE Apply online at before November 6, 2017 In addition to the Minority Incentive Grants, there are other grants offered for this conference to be awarded to participants: Small Chapter Full Incentive Grants available for attendees from chapters with a unit size of 25 or fewer unit members. This grant pays for the conference fee, transportation, release time and 50% of the cost of the CTA group rate plus tax. Register by December 2, 2017 and you will be placed in a drawing to have Saturday lunch with CTA President Eric C. Heins, Vice President Dr. Theresa Montaño or Secretary-Treasurer David Goldberg. For questions, issuesconference@cta.org The Issues Conference Registration Deadline is January 3, 2018 Joan Carlin Grants available for attendees from chapters with a unit size of 50 or fewer members Joan Carlin Grants available for attendees from chapters with a unit size of members Small Chapter Grants available for attendees from chapters with a unit size of 100 or fewer Small Chapter Grants available for attendees from chapters with a unit size of members CTA Statewide Conferences 5

8 good teaching conference The CTA Good Teaching Conferences support excellent teaching and learning practices for classroom teachers via peerto-peer instruction. Offering a variety of diverse workshops focused on curriculum content areas for K-12 teachers, the conferences provide opportunities for professional development and offer time to network and share ideas with colleagues and experts in the field of education. Join us on Friday for two newly updated and timely pre-conferences. Registration begins on Friday at 4:00 pm with a dinner buffet reception at 6:30 pm followed by entertainment. Workshops begin Saturday morning and end with Caucuses in the late afternoon. Sunday morning workshops are followed by a brunch and closing general session. The conference concludes at 12:00 pm. NORTHERN CONFERENCE February 2-4, 2018 Fairmont Hotel San Jose SOUTHERN CONFERENCE March 16-18, 2018 Hyatt Regency Orange County Garden Grove FRIDAY PRE-CONFERENCES Retirement Savings Made Easy. See page 1 for details. Details about additional pre-conferences can be found at IFT Teacher Innovation Expo: "Teachers Innovate. Teachers Lead!" CTA IFT grant recipients exemplify the strength-based, student-centered, creative approach that is necessary to transform the classroom learning experience for students. The IFT believes that showcasing successful grant recipients to share their practice and experience with other educators can instill a commitment to positive change in schools throughout the state. The objective is simple. We want to improve the quality of education, innovate instruction, and develop schools into hubs in which teachers, students, parents, and others interact and exchange ideas that better their school communities. CONFERENCE WORKSHOP TOPICS Workshops begin on Saturday morning and run throughout the day, finishing on Sunday morning. There are five workshop periods offering you an opportunity to attend various topics of interest. You will be able to choose sessions on classroom management, educational practices, content development, behavior management, technology and much, much more. Many workshops are offered more than once. Here are just a few of the more than 80 different workshops scheduled to be offered: Positive Classroom Management Strategies NGSS and Engineering in the Elementary and Middle School Classroom Integrating Mindfulness in the Classroom Understanding Dyslexia Handling School Stress! Empowerment Tools for Teachers Student Loan Forgiveness Literacy in Secondary Science Inquiry Based Learning for Secondary Students register now at Go online for additional detailed information at www. CTAGo. org The Good Teaching Conferences Registration Deadlines: North January 25, 2018 / South March 1, CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

9 good teaching conference CONFERENCE FEES Conference fees include access to all workshops, electives, general sessions, opening night reception, conference meals, handouts, materials, smartphone app and closing brunch. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES Member $ Non-Member $ EARLY REGISTRATION INCENTIVE Register for the Good Teaching Conference North by January 6, 2018 and you will be placed in a drawing to have Saturday lunch with CTA President Eric C. Heins, Vice President Dr. Theresa Montaño or Secretary-Treasurer David Goldberg. Register for the Good Teaching Conference South by February 17, 2018 and you will be placed in a drawing to have Saturday lunch with CTA President Eric C. Heins, Vice President Dr. Theresa Montaño or Secretary-Treasurer David Goldberg. HOTEL RESERVATIONS Student CTA $37.00 Book your hotel room online during your conference registration. If you prefer, you may call the hotels directly at the phone numbers below and ask for the CTA Good Teaching Conference rate. Book your hotel room early as rooms will sell out. GTC-North: $133 plus applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy at the Fairmont San Jose, which is located in the heart of downtown San Jose with convenient access to shopping and restaurants. Only valet parking is available at a reduced rate of $20 per day AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE (subject to change) Friday 9:00 am 4:00 pm Pre-Conferences 4:00 pm 9:00 pm CTA Registration Desk 4:00 pm 9:00 pm Exhibits 6:00 pm 6:30 pm Attendee Orientation 6:30 pm 9:30 pm Welcome Reception and Dinner Buffet with Entertainment Saturday 7:30 am 3:15 pm CTA Registration Desk 7:30 am 4:30 pm Exhibits 8:00 am 9:00 am Morning Bonus Session 9:15 am 10:30 am Workshops 10:45 am 12:00 pm Workshops 12:00 pm 1:15 pm Lunch and General Session 1:30 pm 2:45 pm Workshops 3:00 pm 4:15 pm Workshops 4:30 pm 5:30 pm Caucus Meetings Dinner on Own Sunday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CTA Registration Desk 8:30 am - 9:45 am Workshops 10:00 am 12:00 pm Brunch & Closing General Session For questions, goodteachingconference@cta.org Hotel registration deadline is January 19, 2018 either online or by phone GTC-South: $135 plus applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Garden Grove. The Hyatt is a few minutes from Disneyland. Discounted self-parking is $9 per day. Hotel registration deadline is March 1, 2018 either online or by phone (714) All expenses for accommodations and parking are the responsibility of the individual, the chapter, the school district, the Service Center Council or the UniServ unit CTA Statewide Conferences 7

10 new educator weekend FEBRUARY 23-25, 2018 SAN FRANCISCO AIRPORT MARRIOTT WATERFRONT, BURLINGAME, CA After selling out in 2017, the New Educator Weekend is back again in 2018! The New Educator Weekend has everything that new educators need in the first years of teaching with sessions and electives concentrating on: Classroom Management Creating a productive and inspiring learning environment Navigating IEP s and Special Education Areas What I wish I knew my first years of teaching Working with colleagues, administration and parents Assessments and Pedagogy Teaching is a Career The New Educator Weekend is an excellent induction program, offering over 12 hours of focused professional development, including sessions on classroom management, the new state standards, assessments, navigating IEP s, special education and CTA resources and programs available to new members. FRIDAY PRE-CONFERENCE Get Started Get Connected Get Prepared Come early on Friday for a special free New Educator Weekend pre-conference. This pre-conference will help you get started in your teaching career with help on retirement planning, important contract provisions such as sick leave and family leave provisions, student loan forgiveness options, and more. Release time is available. See for more info. CONFERENCE FEES Conference fees include access to all workshops, electives, general sessions, opening night reception, conference meals, handouts, materials, smartphone app and closing brunch. Districts may pay the registration fee as this event offers over 12 hours of professional development and will serve as an excellent induction program for new educators. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES Member $49.00 Non-Member $ Student CTA $ CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

11 new educator weekend HOTEL RESERVATIONS You may register online with the hotel during the conference registration period. If you prefer, you may call the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront Central Reservations at Be sure to ask for the CTA New Educator Weekend rate. The CTA negotiated hotel rate is only $139 plus applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy. Hotel registration deadline is February 7, Self-parking is available at a reduced rate of $18 per day. register now at AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE (subject to change) Friday 10:00 am 4:30 pm Preconference Workshop Get Started Get Connected Get Prepared 4:00 pm 8:00 pm Registration 4:00 pm 8:00 pm Exhibits 6:00 pm 8:30 pm Welcome Reception & Dinner Saturday 8:00 am 3:45 pm Registration 7:30 am 8:15 am Breakfast 8:15 am 8:30 am Discussion Tables 8:30 am 9:15 am Keynote Panel Discussion 9:30 am 10:45 am Breakout Sessions 11:00 am 12:15 pm Breakout Sessions 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Lunch 2:00 pm 3:15 pm Breakout Sessions 3:30 pm 4:45 pm Breakout Sessions Dinner on Own Sunday 8:30 am 9:00 am Coffee 9:00 am 9:15 am Orientation to Discussion Topics 9:15 am 10:30 am Unconference Discussion Topics 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Brunch & Closing Keynote For questions, NEW@cta.org The New Educator Weekend Registration Deadline is February 7, CTA Statewide Conferences 9

12 equity & Human rights conference MARCH 2-4, 2018 TORRANCE MARRIOTT REDONDO BEACH TORRANCE, CA The conference combines speakers and workshops to provide all CTA members with a greater understanding of the issues of diversity, equity and social justice. CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS Dinner and Entertainment Friday Evening The opening session will begin after the group dinner and will feature opening remarks and a guest speaker. Take advantage of the opportunity to network with conference attendees and CTA officers. Saturday and Sunday The Conference Planning Committee has arranged four workshop time slots, three on Saturday and one on Sunday morning. These workshops will cover topics of special interest in promoting diversity, reducing racism, addressing women s issues and training on how to withstand attacks on public education. In all, you will be able to choose from nearly 40 workshops Fee waived for Service Center Council LGBTQ Contacts, Human Rights Contacts, Women s Issues Contacts and Minority-at-Large members.* *LGBTQ Contacts, Human Rights Contacts and Women s Issues Contacts must be pre-designated by the local chapter president or Service Center Council chairperson. Register now at For questions, EquityHumanRightsConf@cta.org Human Rights Awards The CTA Human Rights Awards are presented annually to honor individuals who have distinguished themselves in the advancement and protection of the human and civil rights of CTA members and students. The awards presentation will recognize the 2018 award winners, and will feature CTA President Eric C. Heins as the guest speaker. CONFERENCE FEES Conference fees include access to all workshops, electives, general sessions, opening night reception, conference meals, handouts, materials, smartphone app, the Human Rights Awards luncheon on Saturday and brunch on Sunday. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES Member $ Student CTA $32.00 Non-Member $ CTA Chapter Human Rights Contacts* & Women s Issues Contacts* $ CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

13 equity & Human rights conference HOTEL RESERVATIONS You may register online with the hotel during the conference registration period. If you prefer, you may call Marriott reservations at and ask for the California Teachers Associations Conference rate. CTA negotiated hotel rate is $117 plus applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy. Hotel registration deadline is February 14, Self-parking is available at a CTA discounted rate of $9.00 per day. All expenses for accommodations and parking are the responsibility of the individual. EARLY REGISTRATION INCENTIVE Register by February 2, 2018 and you will be placed in a drawing to have Saturday lunch with CTA President Eric C. Heins, Vice President Dr. Theresa Montaño or Secretary-Treasurer David Goldberg. ADDITIONAL INCENTIVE GRANTS AVAILABLE In addition to the Minority and Small Chapter Incentive Grants, the following grants are also provided to underrepresented groups: white males and for self-identified gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender participants. See page 13 for information on applying for grants. AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE (subject to change) Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm CTA Registration Desk 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Exhibits 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Welcome Receptions 7:00 pm - 9:45 pm Dinner and Opening Session Saturday 7:30 am 3:30 pm CTA Registration Desk 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Exhibits 7:30 am - 8:30 am Breakfast 8:00 am - 10:00 am Workshops 10:15 am - 12:15 pm Workshops 12:30 pm - 2:45 pm Lunch and Presentation 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Workshops Dinner on Own Sunday 7:45 am - 8:45 am Women s Caucus 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CTA Registration Desk 9:00 am - 10:30 am Workshops 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Brunch and Closing General Session register now at The Equity & Human Rights Conference Registraion Deadline is February 14, CTA Statewide Conferences 11

14 cta/nea retired conference MARCH 1-2, 2018 TORRANCE MARRIOTT REDONDO BEACH TORRANCE, CA CTA/NEA-Retired devotes 100% of its time and resources to serving the combined interests of retired teachers, educators, college and university professors, and education support professionals. In conjunction with CTA and NEA, our organization maintains a constant watch on federal legislation that may affect retirement benefits. This includes working to repeal the unfair Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), opposing efforts to privatize Social Security and working to strengthen Medicare. Please join us for our 14th Annual Retired Issues Conference! Whether you are retired or considering retirement in the next several years, you will benefit by attending. CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS Learn how to STAY CONNECTED with your peers whom you share similar interests with, and how to participate in your local CTA/NEA-Retired chapter. Understand the importance of what it means to BE PROTECTED under the umbrella of both CTA and NEA whom are both working effortlessly to secure and enhance your retirement years. Also, come hear about just how to ENJOY BENEFITS that keeps money in your pocket by taking advantage of the many discounts. CONFERENCE FEES Registration cost is $ (Thursday evening reception, Friday breakfast and Friday lunch are included as part of your registration). HOTEL RESERVATIONS You may register online with the hotel during the conference registration period. If you prefer, you may call Marriott Reservations at and ask for the CTA Conference rate. CTA negotiated hotel rate is $117 plus applicable taxes per night for single or double occupancy. Hotel registration deadline is February 14, Self parking is available at a discount at $9.00 per day. All expenses for accommodations and parking are the responsibility of the individual. Register now at For questions, EquityHumanRightsConf@cta.org AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE (subject to change) Thursday 2:00-4:00 pm Registration 4:00-5:20 pm Workshops 5:30-6:45 pm Reception 6:45 pm Dinner on your own Friday 7:30-9:00 am Registration 8:00-9:00 am Buffet Breakfast - Speaker: Eric C. Heins, CTA President 9:10-10:30 am Workshops 10:30-10:40 am Break 10:40 am-12:00 pm Workshops The CTA/NEA-Retired Conference Registration Deadline is February 14, :15-1:45 pm Lunch with Speaker 2:00-3:20 pm Workshops 3:30-5:00 pm Closing/General Session 12 CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

15 incentive grants available INCENTIVE GRANTS Small Chapter Incentive Grants are available for each conference to chapters with a unit size of 100 or fewer unit members. For the Issues Conference, there will be additional Small Chapter grants offered to chapters with a unit size of unit members and also for 25 or fewer. Unit size is defined as the number of persons who are represented for purposes of collective bargaining. The chapter membership may be less than the unit size. Additionally, the CTA Board of Directors will award Minority Incentive Grants in order to encourage new minority leadership and participation within the Association. CTA members are encouraged to apply for these grants. Each grant includes payment of the conference fee and transportation expenses. Housing and all other expenses will be the responsibility of the individual, the chapter, the school district, the Service Center Council or the UniServ unit. To apply for an incentive grant, go to Click on Conference Grants at the top of the page to get started. The applications must be completed by the applicant with the full knowledge and permission of the chapter president. Grants are not transferable. The incentive grant application deadline for all winter conferences is shown below. GLBT Issues Conference October 2, 2017 Issues Conference & the Good Teaching Conference- North November 6, 2017 Equity & Human Rights Conference & the Good Teaching Conference-South January 1, 2018 Automobile: Mileage will be reimbursed at the current IRS rate of reimbursement per mile, not to exceed the cost of the most economical coach airfare. Currently the IRS rate is 53.5 cents per mile. Reimbursement does not include the cost of airport or hotel parking, hotel expenses, shuttle or taxi service, or travel between home and the local airport. If the roundtrip distance between your home and nearest airport is more than 100 miles, then mileage will be reimbursed at the current IRS rate. All other transportation costs are the responsibility of the individual, the chapter, the school district, the Service Center Council, or the UniServ unit. TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT GUIDELINES FOR GRANT RECIPIENTS Air: Reimbursement is based on the most economical coach round-trip airfare, purchased at least 21 days in advance. United Airlines (UA) offers 5%-13% discount on Internet fares with no service fee for CTA members. To take advantage of these discounted rates for 2016, book online at enter the CTA discount code ZE5J in the Offer Code box when searching for flights. The online registrations will be updated with the 2018 UA discount code as soon as the information is available. Please note that although discounts are available through UA, you may be able to find better airfares through other airline carriers CTA Statewide Conferences 13

16 CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION GA Y LESBIAN BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER ISSUES CONFERENCE December 8-10, 2017 Fairmont, San Jose CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION CTA ISSUES CONFERENCE Stronger Than Ever, We Stand Together CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION Good Teaching Conference Rio & Hotel Suites Las Vegas FEBRUARY 2-4, 2018 NORTH FAIRMONT, SAN JOSE MARCH 16-18, 2018 SOUTH HYATT, GARDEN GROVE #CTAGLBT January 26-28, 2018 #CTAIC Professional Development & Leadership Expand your Knowledge #CTAGTC CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION NEW Educator WEEKEND San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront February 23-25, 2018 #CTANEW An Affiliate of CTA and NEA CTA/NEA-Retired Issues Conference stay connected be protected enjoy benefits March, 201 CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION EQUITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS CONFERENCE March 2-4, 2018 Marriott Hotel Torrance, CA MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. NELSON MANDELA JACKIE ROBINSON ROSA PARKS AUNG SAN SUU KYI DESMOND TUTU ROSIE THE RIVITER MOTHER TERESA ELEANOR ROOSEVELT HELEN KELLER GHANDI BOY GEORGE SUSAN B ANTHONY ABRAHAM AHAM LINCOLN HARVEY MILK DALAI CESAR DIETRICH LAMA CHAVEZ BONHOEFFER A MELIA EARHA #CTAEHR MALALA YOUSAFZAI MELIA EARHART 2018 STATEWIDE SUMMER CONFERENCES PRESIDENTS CONFERENCE July 20 22, 2018 Fairmont Hotel San Jose New Presidents July 19-22, 2018 Returning Presidents July 20-22, 2018 SUMMER INSTITUTE July 29 August 2, 2018 UCLA Conference Center Los Angeles Online registration for summer conferences will be available in late April 2018 Conference Coordination Center 1705 Murchison Drive Burlingame, California Phone: ccc@cta.org Union Labor T E A C H E R S A S S N