25th D.A.R.E. INTERNATIONAL TRAINING CONFERENCE

JULY 24-26, 2012

Atlanta, Georgia

Image: Leadership team at the conference

Testimonies from our Attendees about the 2012 International D.A.R.E. Training Conference
“It was truly the best law enforcement conference that I have attended in a long time. The presenters were excellent; I liked the way the whole program was presented.   The banquet was first class!”   
Steve Emerson , Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

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Conference Schedule (Subject to change)

WHEN:
Tuesday, July 24th –Thursday, July 26th
Opening Ceremonies will take place at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, July 24, 2012

WHERE:
Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Georgia

HOW TO REGISTER:
Conference Registration is currently open
See below for details or go directly to the Conference Registration Page*. (*You will need your Hyatt Confirmation number to be elgible for the discounted registration fee.)

HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
A special low D.A.R.E. hotel rate of $139 is available at Hyatt Regency Atlanta. You must stay at this hotel or pay a higher conference registration fee. The deadline for hotel registration is July 1, 2012. Register online here. | Hyatt Regency Atlanta Overview (Will open a word document)

TRAINING WORKSHOPS:
We are proud to announce the completion of the D.A.R.E. keepin' it REAL (KiR) elementary curriculum. The new D.A.R.E. kiR elementary curriculum continues many of the strengths of previous D.A.R.E. lessons; however, significant improvements have been made to help you be even more effective in encouraging your students to lead safe, responsible, and drug-free lives. There will also be workshops designed to improve communication skills, develop drug awareness, address school safety and violence issue, plus several other D.A.R.E. certification courses. We will also have nationally recognized presenters at general sessions.
Conference registration includes access to all conference activities including: general/plenary sessions and workshops, welcome reception, awards luncheon, and conference banquet

DISCOUNTED CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Early Registration $485* (Ends July 1st, 2012) On-Site Registration $585*
* Discounted registration requires attendee lodging at Hyatt Regency Atlanta, D.A.R.E.'s designated hotel. A "Passkey" confirmation number must be documented on the Conference Reservation to receive the Discounted Registration for lodging during the conference. The deadline for hotel registration is July 1, 2012, register online here.

NON-DISCOUNTED CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Registration fees will be $849 (Early) and $949 (On-Site) if a Passkey confirmation number IS NOT included on the Conference Registration Form.

MULTIPLE REGISTRATIONS SAVE MONEY!
When five conference registrations are received from a single agency,
a sixth complimentary conference registration will be provided.

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Registration:

1. Book your room at the Hyatt
To receive the conference discount rate, first book your stay with the Hyatt, a specific confirmation number is required from the Hyatt Hotels & Resort. If you need additional reservation assistance call 888-421-1442.
Additional information about the hotel is here. (.doc file)

2. Register for the conference and have your Hyatt confirmation number ready. Early Registration deadline is July 1 2012

Registration Details:

Conference registration includes access to all conference activities including:  general/plenary sessions and workshops, welcome reception, awards luncheon, and conference banquet.

DISCOUNTED CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Early Registration $485* (Ends July 1st, 2011) On-Site Registration $585*
* Discounted registration requires attendee lodging at Hyatt Regency Atlanta, D.A.R.E.'s designated hotel listed above and a "Passkey" confirmation number documented on the Conference Reservation. D.A.R.E. America has negotiated an exceptional rate for lodging during the conference. The deadline for hotel registration is July 1, 2012. Last year we surpassed our room block and some conference attendees were not able to secure lodging at the conference hotel. The discounted conference registration rate cannot be extended to attendees unable to secure conference lodging if such arrangements for such occur after the hotel registration deadline.

NON-DISCOUNTED CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Registration fees will be $849 (Early) and $949 (On-Site) if a Passkey confirmation number IS NOT included on the Conference Registration Form.

Parking

We have indentified several parking lots that offer lower rates, currently starting at $7.00 and up per day.

• 31 Baker Street (AAA)
• Courtland Garage  (Lanier Parking) on the corner of Courtland Street and Harris Street
• Suntrust Plaza (Central Parking) on the corner of Courtland Street and Baker Street
• International Garage (Lanier Parking) on Andrew Young International Blvd.

Transportation from Hartsfield International airport:

Go to the transportation booth at the airport and ask for a shuttle to the Hyatt Regency Atlanta downtown. We recommend the Atlanta Airport Shuttle Service (T.A.A.S.S.). 404.941.3440. No reservations are necessary for arranging transportation from the Atlanta Airport to the hotel.  It runs 6 a.m. to midnight from the airport and it leaves the hotel every 10 and 40 minutes after the hour. $16.50 one way/$29 round trip per person.

News and Information:

25th Annual International D.A.R.E. Training Conference Car Show

Official Rules

Enter your vehicle with this online form

Special General Session Speaker Stephen M. Gower, CSP on Tuesday July 24th - click for more information

New D.A.R.E keepin' it REAL Elementary Curriculum

What to do While in Atlanta

Outdoor Activities

Museums/Education

Atlanta Folklore and Trivia

Take a Few Days Before or After the Conference for a Georgia Vacation

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