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The National Alternative Education Association (NAEA) is excited to host our 28th Annual Conference on October 19 - 21, 2022.
We will celebrate together with an in-person conference at the
Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel.
​We look forward to meeting in-person again to honor the achievements you have made over the past year! 


 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IS OPEN

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES
CLICK FOR CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
*Please note:  If you are paying with a PO, you must have your PO ready before you register. 
Our Remittance Address is:  The NAEA  |  P.O. Box 1102  |  Clearfield, UT  84089
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Our 2022 Keynote Speakers:

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Tierica Berry:
Tierica Berry is an award winning author, speaker and CEO of A Woman’s Standard, a youth leadership development organization designed to remove barriers for female student achievement. With heavy emphasis on social emotional learning, character development, and trauma informed care, Tierica has managed to motivate and redirect some of the most troubled youth with her engaging programs.

Her Past clientele includes various types of youth organizations from public school districts, girls programs, charter schools and youth detention centers. Tierica has received national recognition for her creative writing program, curriculum, and highly relevant resources that help with navigating emotions, communication, and critical thinking.
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She has authored multiple books for teen girls including Unpacking the Emotional Suitcase - an activity guide for emotional success and Teach a Girl to Fish: Lessons of Responsibility and Accountability for Young Women.

​Check out her website:  A Woman's Standard
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Dr. Lateshia Woodley:
Dr. Lateshia Woodley was an alternative education student now district administrator that specializes in working with at promise students and turnaround school transformation initiatives. Since 2008, Dr. Woodley has worked as a turnaround leader to help bring about positive changes in some of the lowest performing schools in Georgia and now in Missouri.

While serving as the Principal of McClarin Success Academy, Dr. Woodley led the implementation of a community school model to assist students in overcoming barriers that hinder successful completion of high school graduation requirements. During her tenure McClarin’s graduation rate increased from 19% in 2012 to 75% in 2017. She is the author of three books titled “Why Did You Choose to Get Pregnant”, “Issues of the Heart” and “Transforming Alternative Education,” that details her journey as a student then as an administrator. Through her leadership McClarin was recognized as a 2017 National Model School, 2016 NAEA Exemplary Practices School, and 2016 GAAE Spotlight School. 

Read her full bio: HERE

Tentative Agenda & Schedule

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Please click above to see a tentative overall conference agenda.
Tentative Detailed Schedule:
A TENTATIVE DETAILED SCHEDULE OF SESSIONS is coming SOON! 
As presenters are confirmed, we will begin to build our schedule and publish it as we go. 


We have asked each presenter to stay within one of our SIX Conference Strands:
  • ​Social & Emotional Wellness / Trauma
  • COVID Learning Loss
  • Instruction Practices
  • Effective Partnerships (Internal & External Agencies)
  • College & Career Readiness (Workforce Development)
  • Issue in Equity (Social Justice / Restorative Practices)

You can be assured that there WILL BE something for YOU at the conference! 

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ELECTION APPLICAITONS
​ARE NOW OPEN!

The NAEA Board of Directors has openings for 
Region 1 Director
Region 6 Director
Region 9 Director
APPLY HERE
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​VOTING WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

ON ​FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2022


VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES

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HOTEL RESERVATIONS

The Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel has created a special room rate of $189.00 per night for participants of The NAEA Conference.
MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS HERE

The NAEA Board of Directors checking out the city for you!  
Additional Information about the St. Louis area:
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RESTAURANTS Near By

We are HEADING to:

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October 16-18, 2023
Tampa, Florida 
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October 2024 & October 2025
We are currently in negotiations with
​Long Beach, California
The NAEA
Our Mailing & Remittance Address:
​P.O. Box 1102
Clearfield, UT  84089

​Phone:  801.747.9679

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