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ASBA-ASA Annual Conference

Nearly 500 public school leaders will attend the 52nd ASBA-ASA Annual Conference December 9th – 11th.

The conference, which is being held at the Arizona Biltmore, 2400 E. Missouri Ave., features two nationally known keynote speakers, 32 critical issues breakout sessions and an Exhibition Hall featuring nearly 100 vendors showcasing the latest products and services for public schools.

In addition, excellence in the people and programs in Arizona’s public schools will be celebrated at the Golden Bell Awards Luncheon and ASBA Annual Awards Dinner.

The complete conference schedule, with detailed descriptions of the critical issues breakout sessions, is available online at www.azsba.org.

 
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