Make reservations now for the
MNEA Representative Assembly and Luncheon

Nov. 7, 2008 - Fall Representative Assembly 
Nov. 8, 2008 - keynote, workshops, exhibits
(free to the public)
University Plaza Hotel

333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65806

Purchase tickets online now.

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Fall Conference Information

Special Services
If you require the services of an interpreter to benefit fully from the MNEA Fall Conference, please contact Teaching & Learning at (800) 392-0236, or by e-mail at Ann.Claypool@mnea.org no later than Oct. 25.

The Missouri NEA Representative Assembly will be held on Friday, Nov. 7 at the University Plaza Hotel in Springfield, MO. A luncheon honoring Quality Local Associations and recognizing minority participation will be held during the R.A. lunch break. Tickets can be purchased online for $20/plate.

Local associations should elect and submit local and alternate delegates by Oct. 2. A packet containing information about the Fall R.A. will be mailed to delegates. For more information, contact Beeb Gillis.

Please make plans to attend the Fall Conference Saturday, Nov. 8. It is free to the public and will include workshops, exhibit hall and a general session entitled “Rachel's Challenge.”

Lunch Reservations
Missouri NEA will host a luncheon honoring Quality Local Associations and recognizing minority participation during the R.A. lunch break. Tickets can be purchased online for $20/plate.

Lunch will be served with tossed salad, vegetables, dessert, rolls, butter, coffee and iced tea with a choice of the following entrées:

  1. Grilled chicken breast with red pepper cream sauce and chef's choice of starch
  2. Cheese ravioli with marinara sauce

Hotel Accommodations & Directions

Hotel Accommodations

University Plaza Hotel
333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 864-7333
www.upspringfield.com

$89 per room (single, double, triple, quad)
Reservation Deadline: Oct. 14
Online reservations

Reservations must be made by Oct. 14 in order to receive the above rate. It is recommended that you call the hotel directly at (417) 864-7333 and mention you are with the Missouri NEA Conference. The MNEA room rate is good for up to four nights Wednesday, Nov. 5 through Saturday, Nov. 8. A deposit equal to the room rate for the first or a credit card is required. The deposit is refundable if the reservation is cancelled at least 72 hours in advance.

Information about the hotel:

Guests will enjoy a fitness center, sauna, sundeck and both indoor and outdoor pools. High-speed Internet access is available throughout the hotel and parking is complimentary. Pets smaller than 25 pounds are welcome with a small deposit.

Directions

The University Plaza Hotel is located in downtown Springfield, MO. Traveling on I-44, you will need to exit at Glenstone Ave (south). Then, drive south on Glenstone Ave toward St. Louis Avenue. Turn right (west) on St. Louis Avenue. University Plaza is on the left-hand side of the street and is very easy to access from St. Louis Avenue. Visit the University Plaza Web site for a map and alternate directions to the hotel and convention center.

 

Questions about the hotel and lunch reservations for the Fall RA should be directed to Karen Sholes at (800) 392-0236.

 

 

 

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