Exhibiting is your chance to reach a national and international market of approximately 2,500 educators, state and federal officials, youth leaders, program coordinators, policy-makers, and representatives from community-based organizations. Conference participants are interested in the latest education, communications, and consulting tools, and techniques to enhance educational programming in K-12, higher education, and community-based organization settings. The Exhibit Hall is the hub of conference activity, providing you with direct access to all attendees.
Can't exhibit at the conference but want to get the word out about your organization, service project or business? Send information to be displayed at the service-learning information station for attendees to pick-up throughout the conference.
» Download the Service-Learning Information Station form (PDF)
The Exhibit Hall
The Exhibit Hall is the epicenter of conference activity. Exhibitors get to share their work and wares with approximately 2,500 youth and adults interested in innovative approaches to service-learning, education, youth leadership, and civic service. Hours throughout the conference, including meals and special events, guarantee ongoing traffic.
The Exhibit Hall is also the site of the …
- meals;
- service-learning showcase and college fair;
- service-learning bookstore and book signings;
- on-site service-learning projects;
- and many other exciting conference activities.
What You Get
Exhibitor packages include …
- one conference registration;
- 10x10 booth space, pipe and drape, identification sign, skirted table, and two chairs;
- and listing in the conference program and website.
Order forms for additional equipment will be found in the Exhibitor's Kit, which will be sent to each exhibitor in February.
Exhibit Hall Schedule
Setup
Wednesday, March 24, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening and Welcome Celebration
Wednesday, March 24, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Hours
Thursday, March 25, 8:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Friday, March 26, 8:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Tear Down
Friday, March 26, after 1:30 p.m.
Special Events
Bookstore
The conference bookstore offers a wealth of resources to enhance service-learning and other educational programs. Enjoy the wide variety of titles, including children's literature on numerous social themes and inspiring and informative books for adults. Knowledgeable volunteers will be available to help you make your selections. Books by conference speakers, many of whom will offer signings, also will be available.
» Learn more about the bookstore
Service-Learning Showcase
Thursday, March 25, 12:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m.
The service-learning showcase highlights high-quality service-learning projects from across the country and around the world. Showcase participants staff their booths to share information about how service-learning was implemented, how they connected service to curriculum goals, and the impact their projects have had.
College Fair
Thursday, March 25, 12:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m.
Looking for a school after graduation? Colleges and universities from San Jose and beyond will answer questions at the college fair. Admissions professionals share information about academic programs, campus life, admission requirements, and the service that takes place at their institutions.
