Super Education Convention 2008 Updates and Details PLEASE READ!

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Dear Attendee:

We are making plans for the Super Education Convention 2008. It's time for us to get last minute information out to you.

Please read all instructions in detail, so that you are ready and will not miss out on anything that has been planned.

We would also like to thank you in advance for your support of the Maria Dewberry Children's Foundation that was started by our OSCI's for Donna and Marc's daughter Maria who was taken from us at the young age of 22 years. Maria loved working with children and her life's goal was to work with underprivileged children to help change their lives. The Foundation moves forward with that work. Please see the website for more information www.mdchildrensfoundation.org.

The paints in the classroom will be shared, and you will need to provide paper towels and foam plates or a palette for your classes. At the end of each class, the left over paint will be shared among the class participants. We will have paper towels and foam plates available for purchase in the Maria Dewberry Children's Foundation booth at a small charge. Please carefully read the following class supply list for the items you will need to bring.

Donna, Marc, and our staff are excited and look forward to seeing you July 8-11, 2008.

Final Payment: NOTE: FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE NOW!!! If you have not paid your final balance you can pay it online or you can call in and ask for Amanda to pay over the phone. Class placement is not guarantee unless you paid in full and as of April 15, 2008 there is a $50 late fee added to balances.

Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer please contact Amanda at amandad@onestroke.com and tell us what day and time you would be available.

Registration: Elites Registration (Elites Only) 9:00 AM-(July 7th)

Pre-Registration: July 7th 7 pm -8 pm at the registration desk in front of the Caribbean Ballroom

Regular Registration: July 8th from 6:45am - 7:45 am at the registration desk in front of the Caribbean Ballroom

Meals: Three Dinners and an appetizer from Tuesday-Friday are included in your registration fee (if you registered for the meal) Tickets will be provided in your ticket packet. Please make your own arrangements for all other meals (wheeled carts or large totes MAY NOT be taken into the Banquet Hall.)

Hotel: Caribe Royale All Suites Hotel & Convention Center (800) 823-8300 is located at 8100 World Center Drive Orlando, FL 32821. Room rate for double beds is $129.00 + tax per night (ask for the Donna Dewberry Super Education.) Make sure you have reservations (See enclosed map). Free parking is available at the hotel you must tell them that you are with the Donna Dewberry One Stroke. Transportation from the airport to the hotel can be obtained by calling the hotel and asking for airport shuttle service. This service is not provided free by the hotel. You may also use the attached coupon and call Mears Motor Shuttle. The service fee is $32.00 per person with coupon round trip. (see attached)

Special Needs: Any special needs for seating, food, etc. must be received in writing to Amanda Dewberry at amandad@onestroke.com no later than June 20, 2008.

Supplies: Make sure you bring all supplies and brushes (Please see list below). You may pre-order on line ONLY and pick up your order at convention. When placing your pre-order on line make sure in shipping method option, you choose (pick up at convention). All pre-orders must be received by June 20, 2008. All pre-orders for convention over $50.00 will receive a bonus worksheet.

Portfolios: Bring your portfolios. These will be displayed Wednesday -Friday to be reviewed. Please complete the enclosed portfolio forms to be turned in with your portfolio on Wednesday morning between 7-9am. Please pick up your portfolio on Friday between 2-3:30 pm.

Do and Dash: Start the convention with a “Whirlwind” of fun at the Do and Dash. Enjoy hours of fun “Doing quick projects” with the many vendors who will be showing their newest products and new ways to use them. After experiencing one vendor “Dash” a way to the next and in the end you will come away with many new class ideas and samples to show your students. The Do and Dash was such a success we brought it back again this year. If you were there last year we look forward to seeing you again. If you missed out last year be sure not to miss it this year!

60's Flower Power: Throw on your tie dye and breakout your bell bottoms and show us your hippie side!

Fashion Show: You can paint an outfit, t-shirt, sweat suit, denim, tote, purse, shoes, hat, gloves, vest, sun visor, pillow cases, etc. Be creative! You will drop off your entry form (NOT ITEM) for the fashion show on Tuesday morning during registration. This year you will be judged on stage wearing your entry by a panel of judges. Come dressed in your entry at 6:15 pm for instructions and line up in the hallway outside Caribbean III

Silent Auction: For those who haven't attended our conventions before we always have a silent auction where the proceeds go to the Maria Dewberry Children's Foundation. This year the painted entries will be judged and the top three will be published. But you are welcome to donate all types of items to the Auction. In the past, we have had painted items, books, tools, surfaces, gift certificates, trips, gift baskets and more. On Wednesday morning between 6:45 am-8:00 am bring you silent auction item to Caribbean III, fill out the entry form and place it on the appropriate table. On Thursday at 7:45 pm the bids will be closed and the winning bidders can pick up the items after the Live Auction is finished.

Live Auction: As a fundraiser for the Maria Dewberry Children's Foundation. We will be having a Live Auction on Thursday night after dinner. You will not want to miss out on the FUN and all the fabulous items up for auction.

Climate and Snacks: Please make sure to bring a sweater, or appropriate clothing. Temperature in classrooms might get too cold or too hot for some. You ARE allowed to bring snacks to class.

Super Education Convention Contest: See enclosed sheet for details. Ever year we look forward to recognizing the winners of our contest. Don't forget to submit the information to Amanda Dewberry at amandad@onestroke.com "Remember you can't win if you don't enter."

Project Mingle: Thursday night after dinner we will have a special event for those who still have energy to paint and create. Bring your brushes and join the party.

This will be the last correspondence as to the details regarding the Super Education Convention 2008, make sure you read this information thoroughly before calling our office with more questions. We have tried to include all the information necessary for you prior to arrival. Please bring this letter with you when you come. See you real soon!

Sincerely,
Donna, Marc, Staff

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