Portland and Seattle Conventions Together Again!
You requested and we listened! Portland and Seattle Conventions will alternate locations each year and come together in worship, staff development, and fellowship under one big roof.
►October 7–8, 2010, in Portland, OR, at the Oregon Convention Center
►October 20–21, 2011, in Tacoma, WA, at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center
Registration Form
General Schedule
Seminar Leader Proposal Form
7 Great Ways to Save Your School Money in Planning for the 2010 Convention
Sign-up at the new early, early-bird rate being offered at last years prices if registered on or before June 30, 2010. Member Rate $72 Non-member Rate $135. Non-refundable.- Transportation: for larger schools, bring a bus or van to save on gas and mileage or consider using Amtrak. The Crowne Plaza Hotel will shuttle your staff to and from the Portland Amtrak station.
- Use our host, Crowne Plaza Convention Center Hotel, at a discounted rate of $99
- Mileage Mail-In Rebate: If your school is traveling 176 miles or more they will receive a $25 rebate for their administrator's hotel room, at our host Crowne Plaza Hotel. After convention, simply mail in your hotel reciept and ACSI will send you a check for $25. (offer good for one administrator)
- Bring your own lunches. Every room at the Crowne Plaza has a microwave and refrigerator. Note: The Oregon Convention Center does not allow food to be brought on site.
- Use the room buddy system. For those staff members who do not mind sharing a room, request rooms with two queens and buddy up.
- Learn how to tap into government dollars for staff development
2010 Convention
October 7–8, 2010
Oregon Convention Center
777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
Program
►Keynote Speaker: Dr. David Alexander
Dr. David Alexander is the twelfth president of Northwest Nazarene University's (NNU) and assumed leadership on July 1, 2008. He is described as a visionary leader, a relational educator and a committed Christian, Dr. Alexander comes to NNU from Southern Nazarene University (SNU) in Bethany, Oklahoma where he served for 17 years. His most recent assignment at SNU was the Vice President for University Advancement where he had responsibility for the offices of alumni relations, communications and marketing, development and admissions. He previously served as chairman of the SNU School of Music.
Dr. Alexander is not a stranger to Northwest Nazarene University. From 1986–91 he served as a faculty member, was actively involved with faculty committees, directed the Northwesterners ensemble, conducted musical productions, and was named "Professor of the Year" by students. Dr. Alexander holds a doctorate in music education from the University of Illinois and earned a master of music in choral conducting from California State Fullerton.
Dr. Alexander and his wife, Sandy (Jilbert), graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University in 1977. David and Sandy have two adult children; son Matt and his wife Brenda have two daughters, Elizabeth and Addison; their daughter Amy is married to Andy Curry. His parents, Rev. Dave and Lois Alexander, are NNU alumni.
Keynote Titles:
►Keynote Overview:
Teaching in the Kingdom of God
President Alexander will explore the dynamics of Christian education in light of what it means to do our work. As Christian educators we are participants in the establishment of the Kingdom of God. Drawing upon Christ’s Priestly Prayer in John 17, Dr. Alexander will explore three primary dimensions essential to the Kingdom of God—to love, to learn, to serve.
►Keynote One:
Teaching in the Kingdom of God—To Love as We Are Loved
Our fundamental call as Christian educators is the call to love. The love of God in Christ is learned and expressed in the relationships of the Christian education community—teacher and student, teacher and teacher, teacher and parent.
►Keynote Two:
Teaching in the Kingdom of God—To Learn of Truth & Talents
As Christian educators we live, teach and learn in the context of Jesus as the center and source of truth. We learn to develop our talents and the talents of our students as stewards of the gifts we have been given so that we might be His Kingdom agents.
►Keynote Three:
Teaching in the Kingdom of God—To Serve In, Not Of
As Christian educators we don’t seek to keep our students out of the world, rather we prepare them to be strong and equipped to be sent into the world. We must understand the nature of the Kingdom of God so that we can provide understanding and experiences for our students to know God, His love and His Kingdom call upon their lives.
Administrator Luncheon
Thursday, October 7, 2010
11:35–12:40
Red Lion Portland Convention Hotel
Window's Skyroom
►Luncheon Speaker: Dr. Marshall Foster
Dr. Marshall Foster is the founder and president of the Mayflower Institute, a non-profit educational foundation. Marshall and the Institute have been dedicated, since 1976, to teaching and reclaiming America's Godly heritage.
Dr. Foster, best-selling author and keynote speaker, has effectively and dynamically communicated biblical truths and principles of our founder's miraculous success story. His experience includes being the founder of the Los Angeles Rams Chaplains Program, the founder of Campus Crusade at the University of Southern California, keynote speaker and featured radio and television guest on programs such as Focus on the Family, CBN's 700 Club, and the Trinity Broadcasting Network.
Across America, hundreds of thousands of lives have been impacted by Marshall's seminars, educational materials and tours, media appearances and most significantly by his contagious love for Jesus Christ. For nearly four decades his passion to unite this land as "One Nation Under God", has inspired young and old alike.
Dr. Foster's biblical and historical wisdom offers a new generation hope for a lasting spiritual and cultural revival.
Worship
►Musical Guest Artist: Jon Bauer
The heart and message of Jon Bauer, Canada’s Gospel Music Association’s 2008 Male Vocalist of the Year has found favor with a wide audience; that worship is more than music…it’s a lifestyle. With over 12 years experience as a worship leader, artist, speaker, and teacher, Jon now tours internationally as a full time artist. From services and concerts, to seminars and schools Jon permeates borders between the church and classroom. His teaching background has given Jon the unique gift to train and equip both in the church and school setting. Whether singing to thousands or sharing in an intimate seminar setting, Jon’s authentic nature draws people in to worship God.
With three popular worship CD’s that have garnered numerous nominations and awards from Worship Album of the Year to Artist of the Year, Jon’s passion is to help all generations know God and make Him known.
Not new to the industry, Jon’s U.S. debut entitled Light of Another World marks his 4th collection of original music and is being produced by Rusty Varenkamp (co-producer for Rush of Fools, Bebo Norman, 10th Avenue North, Meredith Andrews and more) and includes passionate lyrics directed towards the church including standout tracks “Forevermore,” “Come & Save Us,” and the title track “Light of Another World.”
Bible Credits Course
At the Portland Convention you may earn one ACSI continuing education unit in Bible as you work towards either your initial ACSI certificate or the renewal of your ACSI certificate.
Room Reservations
►Host Hotel: Crowne Plaza Portland Convention Center
1441 NE 2nd Ave.
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: 503.233.2401
Reserve your room today!
Mention that you are with ACSI to get the special convention standard room rate of $99. Please call ACSI Northwest office at 360.256.5860 if room blocks are full so we can add more rooms.
For those who attended the 2009 Portland and Seattle Conventions:
Below you will find a copy of the convention book to guide you while registering your CEU (Continuing Education Units) with my247ed.com
Portland 2009 Convention Book
Seattle 2009 Convention Book