SPONSORS
Friends for Youth would like to thank the following for their generous contributions to the conference:
Presenting Sponsor:
Annual Mentoring Conference February 2012
13th Annual Mentoring Conference
Making A Difference Every Day:
Program Support in Youth Mentoring
Tim Cavell, Ph.D., Keynote Speaker
Thursday, February 9, and Friday, February 10, 2012
Volunteer mentors often say their motivation is to make a difference in the life of a youth. With proper screening, training, matching, supporting, and retaining, this goal can be achieved. We know from research that the more practices a program employs, the greater the impact of the mentoring. But, with 4 out of every 10 matches not making it to the expected commitment, we need to do better. This year, we address how program staff can feel supported and know their work, every day, also makes a difference. Join us to grow your skills, learn from expert presenters and researchers, and feel supported by your peers. Our goal, as always, is for participants to walk away with concrete tools and practical suggestions to easily implement into their new or existing programs, making both attendees and their programs stronger and better able to serve their communities.
DATES
Thursday, February 9, and Friday, February 10, 2012
LOCATIONS
Thursday’s pre-conference courses will take place at the Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo, 1221 Chess Drive in Foster City. Friday’s general conference sessions will take place at the Oracle Conference Center, 350 Oracle Parkway, in Redwood Shores. Complimentary shuttle service to and from Oracle on Friday will be provided, so attendees staying at the hotel can easily be transported between the two locations. Details will be sent in confirmation emails.
REGISTRATION FEES
Early Bird rates by 01/12/12Regular rates after 01/12/12$195 for 2 days$235 for 2 days$105 for 1 day $135 for 1 dayDiscounts available to Bay Area Mentoring member programs.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Attendees must register online. You may register more than one person per submission. Please complete all information for each attendee throughout the process. Enter your contact information exactly as you wish it to appear on the participant resource list and on your badge. You may pay by credit card or by check.
It is not necessary to register for individual workshops on either Thursday or Friday. Pre-conference courses and general conference workshops are open attendance to anyone who has registered and seating is available until the room is full. If you would like to attend Thursday’s Mentoring 101, we ask that you plan on attending both the morning and afternoon session.
To pay by credit card, follow the registration process directions. Your contact information is different and separate from cardholder information requested; you must enter complete information in all fields for registration to be correct.
To pay by check, follow the registration process directions; you will not be asked for credit card information nor be charged anything for registering. Once registered, make your check payable to Friends for Youth and mail by January 19, 2012 to Friends for Youth Annual Mentoring Conference, 1741 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063.
Please complete all steps in the process until you see confirmation of your registration. If done correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.
Cancellation policy: Partial refunds will be issued if cancellations are received by January 19, 2011; sorry, no refunds for any reason will be issued for cancellations after January 19, 2011.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Conference rates of $159 for standard and double rooms are available at the Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo, 1221 Chess Drive in Foster City, CA 94404. To receive this rate, you must make your reservation by January 25, 2012, either online or by calling 888-233-9527 and asking for the Friends for Youth rate. The Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo offers complimentary high-speed Internet access; three restaurants and two lounges serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; fitness center and pool; complimentary full-service business center; and free self-parking.
Additional lodging is available at the following locations; please note, though, that transportation to both conference sites will not be provided by Friends for Youth.
Fairfield Inn & Suites - San Carlos, 555 Skyway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070, 650-631-0777, 2-Queen Bedrooms are available for $139.00. To receive this rate, you must make your reservation by January 25, 2012 by going online and entering the group code FFYFFYA or calling 888-233-9527 and ask for the Friends for Youth rate. The Fairfield Inn & Suites offers continental breakfast, high-speed wireless Internet access, and parking.
Extended Stay America San Francisco – Belmont, 120 Sem Lane, Belmont, CA 94002, 650-654-0344 or 800-804-3724, One or two bed rooms for $122.29. To receive this rate, you must make your reservation as soon as possible by calling and asking for the Friends for Youth rate. The Extended Stay America offers fully-equipped kitchens in their studios, pet-friendly rooms, and parking.
SCHEDULE
10 pre-conference courses will be offered on Thursday, February 9, and 15 workshop sessions and two keynote speakers will be offered on Friday, February 10, 2012. View the Conference Schedule to see all descriptions and details of the schedule.
TRANSPORTATION
The Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo is 10 minutes away from San Francisco International Airport (SFO); they provide complimentary transportation to and from the hotel for guests every hour between 6 am and 10 pm. SFO is the closest airport to both conference locations. San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Oakland Airport (OAK) are each about 30 miles away. Shuttle and taxi service is available from all airports.
MEALS
Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be available both days for conference attendees. Vegetarian options are included with all meals; it is not necessary to indicate your preference when registering. We apologize in advance that we are unable to make any other special requests for meals.
