Special Conference Event
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Join conference sponsors: Steck-Vaughn and Wonderlic
Sunset Bay Cruise and Dinner Dance
($53 per person)
While the sun sets and the city lights twinkle, we will cruise the bay on the Hornblower’s yacht, Belle, experiencing dazzling views of the city, the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, and the “underbelly” of the Golden Gate Bridge (weather permitting)! This special conference event includes dinner, music, and dancing making this an unforgettable evening on the San Francisco Bay.
Join conference sponsors: Steck-Vaughn and Wonderlic
Sunset Bay Cruise and Dinner Dance
($53 per person)
While the sun sets and the city lights twinkle, we will cruise the bay on the Hornblower’s yacht, Belle, experiencing dazzling views of the city, the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, and the “underbelly” of the Golden Gate Bridge (weather permitting)! This special conference event includes dinner, music, and dancing making this an unforgettable evening on the San Francisco Bay.
- Only 400 tickets available
- Full buffet featuring roast beef with horseradish cream sauce, pan-roasted salmon, assorted breads and rolls, Caesar salad, tortellini pasta salad, herb and garlic-roasted potatoes, local seasonal vegetables, fresh fruit display, and a selection of tasty desserts
- A no-host cash bar with beer, wine, and cocktails
- Buses start transporting guests from the Hilton Hotel at 5:30 p.m.
- Sunset Bay Cruise and Dinner Dance begins at 6:30 p.m.
- Buses return guests to Hilton Hotel between 9:30 and 10:00 p.m.
Charter buses will shuttle people from the Hilton to the Hornblower Yacht landing starting at 5:30pm; last shuttle will leave the Hilton at 6:00 p.m.
Assemble in the hotel lobby by the Taylor Street entrance (near the Concierge).
Bring your tickets (which will serve as admission to both the shuttle and the cruise), cash for the no-host bar (optional), and a camera for the numerous “photo opps”!
Dine and dance on the Hornblower yacht
as it sails under the magnificent
Golden Gate Bridge
as it sails under the magnificent
Golden Gate Bridge
Sunset Bay Cruise and Dinner Dance sponsored by:
Steck-Vaughn is a recognized leader in adult education and provides a complete workforce solution for students, job-seekers, businesses, and communities interested in resources designed to develop a more competitive workforce.
Conference Events
Sunday, April 17, 2011
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Join conference sponsors: Administrative Software Applications and McGraw-Hill Education
Monday, April 18, 2011
12:25 p.m.–1:40 p.m.
Monday, April 18, 2011
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
This event sponsored by: McGraw-Hill Education
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
12:00 p.m.–1:15 p.m.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
8:30 a.m.–9:45 a.m.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Join conference sponsor: McGraw-Hill Education
Thursday, April 21, 2011
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Join conference sponsors: Administrative Software Applications and McGraw-Hill Education
- Martinis & Jazz at Sunset in Cityscape
($22 per person)–Come to the 46th floor for a true San Francisco experience–spectacular views of the city, specialty martinis (or beverages of your choice), appetizers and cool jazz. No host bar after the first beverage. Room: Tower 1, 46th floor
Monday, April 18, 2011
12:25 p.m.–1:40 p.m.
- COABE Awards Luncheon
Monday, April 18, 2011
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
This event sponsored by: McGraw-Hill Education
- 2012 Virginia Promotional Event
(5:00-5:30 p.m.) - Presidents' Reception: A San Francisco Treat (Free!-No Ticket Needed; 5:30-7:00 p.m.)
Join your colleagues honoring the presidents of the conference host organizations. Meet Andy Tyskiewicz, President of COABE; Mike Wada, President of CCAE; and Donna Bakke, President of MPAEA. Enjoy appetizers representing the San Francisco neighborhoods, a special musical presentation by the renowned Summer of Love band, and a no-host bar. Room: Continental Ballroom 5 & 6
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
- CCAE Awards Luncheon
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
12:00 p.m.–1:15 p.m.
- MPAEA Awards Luncheon
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
8:30 a.m.–9:45 a.m.
- CCAE Awards Breakfast
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Join conference sponsor: McGraw-Hill Education
- California Wine Tasting in Cityscape
($18 per person)–Come and sample the wines of California’s world-renowned viticulture regions while nibbling on artisan cheese and crackers. Compare the Chardonnays and Cabernets of various appellations as you watch the lights come on in the city from the spectacular Cityscape. Room: Tower 1, 46th floor
Thursday, April 21, 2011
- Field Trips to Local Adult Education Program–Pre-register now (or modify your registration) for one of three field trips to adult education programs in San Francisco. All visits are scheduled between 9:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Space is limited to 20 visitors per site, so register now! Please note: The cost of this event is covered by your conference registration. However, you must cover your own public transportation and lunch costs.
- The Mission District Only a few spaces left! (9:00 AM to 1:30 PM)–Visit a unique bi-lingual ABE, GED, and HSD program in the city’s colorful Mission District. Meet with a CCAE/COABE volunteer at 9:00 AM in front of the hotel for a BART ride and 10-minute walk to the Mission District. (Approximately $4 round-trip). At 10:00 AM, student ambassadors will escort you to bi-lingual Spanish ABE, GED, and HSD classrooms. Then you’ll enjoy a short guided walking tour of the Mission District and choose from a variety of interesting and inexpensive cuisines for lunch. A CCAE/COABE volunteer will guide you back to BART after lunch.
- The Haight Ashbury Booked-up (9:00 AM to 1:30 PM)–The Haight Street area is home to an extensive ABE, GED, and HSD program that integrates credit and non-credit classes to assist students in meeting their educational goals. The adult education program is located four blocks from the intersection of Haight and Ashbury Streets, which was the geographical heart of the 1960’s youth movement. Meet with a CCAE/COABE volunteer at 9:00 AM in front of the hotel for a short walk to Market Street to catch Muni Bus 21 for a 20-minute ride to the site ($4 round-trip). At 10:00 AM, student ambassadors will escort you to ABE, GED, and HSD classrooms. Then enjoy a short walking tour of Haight Ashbury and lunch at a restaurant of your choice. A CCAE/COABE volunteer will assist you in finding the correct bus to return to the hotel.
- Downtown San Francisco Booked-up (9:30 AM to 1:30 PM)–Visit an ABE/ESL culinary skills program in downtown San Francisco that moves students quickly and successfully into the job market. Also visit the Vocational Office Training Program (VOTP), a certificate program offered jointly through the ESL and Business departments. Meet with a CCAE/COABE volunteer at 9:30 AM in front of the hotel for a 10-minute walk to the adult education program. From 10:00 to 12:00, tour the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program and the VOTP. At noon, enjoy a lunch prepared and served by students in the onsite restaurant, The Educated Palate, or eat at restaurant of your choice in the downtown area.
Cityscape is located on the 46th floor with fourteen-foot high windows and has views of San Francisco's most famous landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Alcatraz, Union Square, City Hall, AT&T Park (Home of the Giants) and more.
Martinis & Jazz at Sunset sponsored by:
and
Administrative Software Applications
Presidents' Reception:
A San Francisco Treat!
sponsored by:
Administrative Software Applications
Presidents' Reception:
A San Francisco Treat!
sponsored by:
California Wine Tasting in Cityscape
sponsored by:
The Women's Building located
in the Mission District
in the Mission District
The Red Victorian Hotel located
in the heart of Haight-Ashbury
in the heart of Haight-Ashbury
