2008 Statewide Parent Involvement Conference cont......

Governor Dave Heineman and First Lady Sally Ganem will welcome conference attendees and share their personal experiences as parents.  The keynote speaker for the Parent Involvement Conference is David Voss.  He will share information about the "Be There" campaign, a national movement that inspires parents to become  more involved in their children's education.  It focuses on parental involvement, making the ordinary moments, extraordinary!

"There truly is something for everyone.  It is a great conference for all parents.  Participants will leave the conference feeling inspired and armed with the tools they need to be a better parent," said Deb Rodenburg.

Registration forms are available at your local school, online at www.nde.state.ne.us/PIC/index.htm or by calling 402-537-9998.  The registration fee is only $25 and financial assistance is available if needed.  The registration fee includes the entire conference along with breakfast rolls, coffee and lunch.