Frequently Asked Questions

General

When is the conference?
May 8-10, 2024

Where is the conference being held?
All sessions and workshops will be at The Orlando Marriott Lake Mary in Lake Mary, FL. FLC has negotiated discount room rates for conference attendees at the hotel.

Visit the hotel's reservation site website for more information.

How many people are expected to attend the 2024 Florida Literacy Conference?
Approximately 350 teachers, tutors, administrators, and students from across Florida.   

What is the schedule for the Conference?
We periodically update the schedule of conference sessions. Please click here to view our schedule.

Can I review last year’s Conference Program to gain a better understanding of the event?
Yes, prior to the publication this year’s full conference offerings, reviewing last year’s program is an excellent way to get a better understanding of the types of sessions that the Conference typically offers.

Go to https://floridaliteracy.org/pdf-docs/2023_Conference_Program_FINAL.pdf 

What pre-conference workshops are being held? 
Pre-conference sessions take place on Tuesday, May 7, 2023. The sessions have yet to be scheduled. Please check this page for pre-conference sessions. 

May I attend the pre-conference sessions without attending the Conference?
Yes

Can I receive professional development in-service points/hours for attendance?
Yes! For many individuals, conference attendance will help fulfill your in-service professional development requirements. Local school districts or state colleges do the actual awarding of the in-service points for public programs. Each district or college may have slightly different procedures for awarding such points. You will need to check with the appropriate staff person at your institution to complete the required procedures. FLC will be distributing certificates for continuing education hours to individuals who complete the appropriate documentation. You must pre-register for this option on the registration form.

Contact Greg Smith at smithg@floridaliteracy.org if you require additional documentation of attendance.

Hotel

How do I make a hotel registration?
You can make reservations directly with The Orlando Marriott Lake Mary on the hotel website. Conference room rates begin at $135 per night.

Registration

How do I register as a member or non-member?  
To register for the 2024 Florida Literacy Conference as a member, non-member, or pre-conference attendee  visit our Eventbrite event page and click tickets on the right.

We have an Organizational Membership. How many people from my organization can attend the conference at the membership rate?
Two people per organization can receive the discounted membership rate for the Conference. 

Am I eligible for a discount if I purchase an introductory membership?
No.

When is my payment due?
To finalize your registration and assure your spot at the conference, we request all registration fees are paid no later than May 4. If you are not paying your fee by credit card at the time you register, we will email an invoice, usually within a week, to the billing contact you provided at registration. Fulfillment of the invoice is expected by the May 4, but we understand some school districts and other organizations have restrictions about paying for services before they are rendered, so we can be flexible on a case-by-case basis. Please provide full explanation under the "comments" section if this applies to you.

What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be received in writing no later than April 25, 2024. Please send to chapmans@floridaliteracy.org. A $25 administrative fee will apply to all cancellation requests; refunds will be issued 4-6 weeks after the conference. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after April 25, 2024 or for “No-Show” registrants. Membership fees are nonrefundable.

I can’t make it to the conference. Can I send someone in my place?
If you are unable to attend for any reason, you may transfer your registration to another individual for free. The registrant must provide a written request and a complete registration form for the replacement person by May 4, 2023. The replacement must be of equal value. Please send the request to smithg@floridaliteracy.org.

Substitution requests received after May 4, 2024 will be processed on-site.  

Is there a paper application?
No. We highly recommend using the Eventbrite registration portal!

Can I get the discounted rate, even though it’s after the deadline?
Attendees only qualify for discounts during the published discounted rate date ranges. If the deadline has passed, the discount is no longer available.

How can I get a receipt?
A receipt should be emailed to you after your registration and payment is received and processed. If you do not receive an email receipt, please contact Susan Chapman at chapmans@floridaliteracy.org.

How can I confirm that I’m registered?
A confirmation and receipt is emailed to you after your registration and payment is received and processed. If you do not receive an email confirmation or receipt, please contact chapmans@floridaliteracy.org.

Questions

If you are not sure where to direct your question about the conference, contact innisa@floridaliteracy.org.