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Frequently Asked Questions
General
When is the conference?
May 6-8, 2026
Where is the conference being held?
All sessions and workshops will be at Mission Resort in Howey-in-the-Hills, FL. The FLC team has negotiated discount room rates for conference attendees, so please remember to include our conference name when booking your room reservation.
Visit the hotel's reservation site website for more information.
How many people are expected to attend the 2026 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 2026 schedule at a glance.
What kind of sessions will be offered at the conference?
We are now accepting session proposals. Click here for more information. Please feel free to view the 2025 Conference Program to get a general idea of the types of sessions that will be offered.
What pre-conference workshops are being held?
Pre-conference sessions take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The sessions have yet to be scheduled. Please check this page for updates.
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 the Communications and Resource Specialist, Jannellie Rivera at riveraj@floridaliteracy.org if you require additional documentation of attendance.
Hotel
How do I make a hotel registration?
You can make reservations directly with the Mission Resort. To reserve your room, please visit the reservation website or call 1-800-874-9053 and ask for the Florida Literacy Coalition room block. Conference room rates begin at $149 per night, plus a $10 nightly resort fee. Reservations must be made before the deadline of April 23, 2026. Group rates do not apply before or after the meeting dates.
Registration
How do I register as a member or non-member?
To register for the 2026 Florida Literacy Conference as a member, non-member, or pre-conference attendee visit our Eventbrite event page and click "get tickets" on the right to see all options and prices.
Do I have to be a pre-registered member to take advantage of the discounted member rate?
No. You can renew or purchase a membership on the same form. Please see membership renewal under "Additional Items" at the bottom of the EventBrite tickets menu.
I have a promo code. How do I add it to the online registration form?
Please use the promo code while checking out on Eventbrite for your ticket. You have to select a regular admission ticket to be able to check out, and add the promotional code shared by email in the designated box before finalizing payment. Reach out to riveraj@floridaliteracy.org for questions.
We have an Organizational Membership. How many people from my organization can attend the conference at the membership rate?
Four 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.
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.
When is my payment due?
To finalize your registration and ensure your spot at the conference, we request that all registration fees be paid no later than April 29, 2026. 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 April 29, 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 a full explanation under the "comments" section if this applies to you.
Will FLC provide an option to register on-site?
We highly recommend registering prior to the conference. However, we understand that sometimes circumstances prevent this from happening. On a space availability basis, FLC will accept on-site registrations at the rate of $420.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be received in writing no later than April 21, 2026. Please send cancellation requests to riveraj@floridaliteracy.org. A $25 administrative fee will apply to all cancellation requests; refunds will be issued 3-4 weeks after the conference. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after April 21, 2026, or for “No-Show” registrants. Membership fees are non-refundable.
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 April 29, 2026. The replacement must be of equal value. Please send the request to riveraj@floridaliteracy.org.
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 Jannellie Rivera at riveraj@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 riveraj@floridaliteracy.org.
How can I register as an exhibitor?
Contact FLC's Education & Training Coordinator, Stephanie Rodgers at srodgers@floridaliteracy.org or call 407-246-7110 ext. 203 for the exhibitor registration information. Download the exhibitor information packet here.
Questions
If you are not sure where to direct your question about the conference, contact the Education & Training Coordinator, srodgers@floridaliteracy.org.
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