Exhibitor Info

The Charter School Movement

Creating schools students want to attend is at the heart of the charter school movement. Charter schools are independently designed and operated, and are committed to improving the academic achievement of every student. Through strong relationships between students and teachers, consistent discipline, and tailored curriculum to fit the needs of each student, charter schools are making
a difference.

Charter schools are public schools open to all students regardless of wealth, gender, race, or religion. They are unique in that teachers, principals, parents, and students can focus on innovative learning techniques without being limited by standardized rules and regulations. Charter schools make a commitment to their students and are held accountable for their success.

The Charter School Market

Ohio’s charter schools serve over 90,000 students through more than 6,000 teachers. Ohio is the 6th largest charter school market in the United States and continues to grow each year, with 2010–2011 enrollment expected to exceed 100,000 students. In 2007, 6 communities in Ohio were named to the “Top 10 Charter Communities by Market Share,” a list published by the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools. What does this mean? It means that an average of nearly 20% of all public school students in these communities, including Columbus, Dayton, and Toledo are attending a public charter school, a strong indication that the movement is making great strides. Unlike traditional public schools where the decision making power lies with the district, charter schools have control of the budget for their school site. As a result, charters operate much like small businesses – giving school leaders the opportunity to work with any vendor they choose.

Why Exhibit?
 

Your solutions offered by the products and services you have developed will help to push charter schools to the next level of education standards. But, what’s in it for you, you may ask. The answer is clear: As a 2010 exhibitor, you gain access to the 85,000 students within your target market – An education based market with the unique capability to make individualized decisions.
Although being an exhibitor is a powerful tool in your marketing strategy, the opportunities do not stop there. We offer exhibitors the opportunity to attend conference educational sessions in order to gain a stronger under-standing of the needs of charter schools.
 

Exhibit Package Pricing

Premium Package – 20 available
• 6’ skirted table and 2 chairs
• Opportunity to present 45 minute workshop.**
• 1 ID Booth Sign
• 2 Full Conference Passes
• 50-Word Company Profile in Conference
Program Guide
• 1/4 Page Ad in Conference Program Guide
• Opportunity to provide an insert to be included in
conference totebag
• Breakfast/Lunch for 2 people on both days
• 1 Membership Directory

$850 Member / $1000 Non-Member

Standard Package – 45 available
• 6’ skirted table and 2 chairs
• 1 ID Booth Sign
• 2 Full Conference Passes
• 50-Word Company Profile in Conference
Program Guide
• Breakfast/Lunch for 2 people on both days
• 1 Membership Directory

$650 Member / $750 Non-Member

Upgrade

Are you interested in having quality time with potential clients? If so, a Premium Package may be just what you are looking for. New in 2010, we will be offering vendors the opportunity to “upgrade” their standard package. With that opportunity you would be given the chance to host a 45 minute workshop to our conference attendees who would select to attend. Throughout the conference, attendees will be able to choose up to 7 different workshops or vendor presentations. Yours would be listed in our conference guide, along with a 100 word description. Consider upgrading and get some quality face to face
time with these school leaders, teachers, board members and parents!
 

** No guarantee is made regarding attendance to
said workshop. Also all workshop material must be
pre-approved by OAPCS. OAPCS reserves the
right to decline any presentation.

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Click here for an application to participate at the 2010 conference.