SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

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1 The Australian Association for the Teaching of English (AATE) and the Australian Literacy Educators' Association (ALEA) joint national conference Adelaide Convention Centre 6-9 July 2008 SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

2 Conference Description Dates Sunday 6 July - Wednesday 9 July 2008 Venue Conference Organisers Conference Web-site Conference Program Invited Speakers Adelaide Convention Centre The Australian Association for the Teaching of English (AATE) and the Australian Literacy Educators' Association (ALEA) The program will feature keynote addresses by international and national speakers, concurrent sessions and workshops Mr Dave Brown, Artistic Director, Patch Theatre Company, South Australia Professor Victoria Carrington, University of South Australia Associate Professor Phil Cormack, University of South Australia Mr David Hornsby, La Trobe University, Victoria Professor Glynda Hull, University of California, USA Mr Mike Ladd, Host of ABC National s Poetica Bronwyn MacLeod, Director, Gateways Education, NSW Dr Jackie Marsh, University of Sheffield, UK Dr Karen Martin, Queensland University of Technology Dr Daniel Meadows, Cardiff University, UK Associate Professor Helen Nixon, University of South Australia Professor Annette Patterson, Queensland University of Technology Ms Ruth Pfeiler, R-12 Curriculum Adviser, Riverland District, South Australia Mr Rex Rehn, English Coordinator, Windsor Gardens Vocational College, and University of Adelaide Professor Judith Rivalland, Edith Cowan University, West Australia Mr Shaun Tan, Author and Illustrator Attendance* It is anticipated that approximately 800 delegates will attend. *Refer to Terms and Conditions

3 CONFERENCE PARTNER $15,000 (including GST) Networking Opportunities: Delegate List: Named and promoted as a Conference Partner Free trade display area (measuring 3m x 3m) in a premium position Logo on banner in plenary hall Opportunity for a five-minute address to Conference delegates during a plenary session Acknowledgement on a PowerPoint slide to be shown at the introduction to all plenary sessions Acknowledgement by the Conference Convenors at the opening and closing of the Conference Acknowledgement as a Conference Partner in the Registration Announcement, Final Program and Conference Handbook Promotion as a Conference Partner in the Conference Handbook including a full page advertisement and/or editorial Inclusion of corporate logo on all Conference promotional material, including brochures and website Promotion as a Conference Partner in all ALEA/AATE pre- Conference publicity and announcements Inclusion of information/merchandise in Conference satchels Two complimentary full registrations including attendance at the Conference Welcome Reception Electronic delegate list prior to the Conference WELCOME RECEPTION (exclusive) $3300 (including GST) The Conference Welcome Reception at the Adelaide Convention Centre Sunday 6 July 2008 will provide an excellent opportunity for delegates to meet colleagues before the Conference commences. Your organisation s corporate logo will be printed on the Welcome Reception invitations, and time will be set aside for your representative to welcome the delegates and guests. The Reception will be promoted within the official Program as being sponsored by your organization A Reception invitation in the name of your organisation will be issued to all delegates attending Opportunity for a representative to welcome guests at the Reception and to speak for up to 5 minutes Ability to promote your organisation at the Reception by any means of your choice and at your expense (subject to the approval of the Organising Committee) Corporate logo and recognition in the Registration Announcement, Final Program, Conference Handbook and website One satchel insert Networking Opportunities: One complimentary full registration including attendance at the Conference Welcome Reception Delegate List: Electronic delegate list access following the Conference

4 SATCHEL SPONSOR (exclusive) $3300 (including GST) Satchels will be distributed to all delegates upon registration. These are used by delegates throughout the Conference as well as after the event giving your organisation long term exposure and return on your investment. Networking Opportunities: Exclusive sponsorship of the Conference satchel Logo (one colour) prominently displayed on the satchel (one colour) Acknowledgement as a sponsor in the Conference Handbook Up to three satchel inserts One complimentary full registration including attendance at the Conference Welcome Reception NAME BADGE SPONSOR (exclusive) $2200 (including GST) This is a high visibility opportunity to promote your brand. Your organisation will receive maximum exposure as each delegate must wear his or her lanyard at all times for the duration of the Conference. (The Conference will supply the lanyards and organise the printing.) Networking Opportunities: Exclusive sponsorship of the Conference lanyard (name badge neck cord) Logo (one colour) prominently displayed on the lanyard Acknowledgement as a sponsor in the Conference Handbook One satchel inclusion One complimentary full registration including attendance at the Conference Welcome Reception

5 PLENARY SESSION OR KEYNOTE SESSION SPONSOR Sponsorship of a plenary session or keynote session (maximum of three concurrent keynote streams) will align your organisation to the presentation content and provide a high level of exposure. Keynote sessions will focus exposure to those with high interest in specific sessions. Plenary Speaker $1500 (including GST) Concurrent Keynote $1100 (including GST) Confirmed Invited Speakers Opportunity to introduce and host one invited speaker Logo prominently displayed at the commencement and conclusion of the sponsored session (PowerPoint slide) Acknowledgement as a sponsor in the Conference Handbook One satchel insert Dave Brown, Artistic Director, Patch Theatre Company [Concurrent Keynote] Dave taught Chemistry and Biology for 7 years, Drama and English for 7 years, was founding Artistic Director of Jumbuck Youth Music Theatre for 7 years, Artistic Director of Patch Theatre Company for 7 years, an Arts Project Officer for Carclew Youth Arts Centre at the turn of the millennium before returning as Artistic Director of Patch Theatre Company for another 7 years. Professor Victoria Carrington [Concurrent Keynote] Victoria is Research SA Chair in the Centre for Literacy, Policy and Learning Cultures at the Hawke Institute for Sustainable Research at the University of South Australia. She writes extensively in the fields of sociology of literacy and education and has a particular interest in the impact of new digital media on literacy practices both in and out of school. Mr David Hornsby, La Trobe University, Australia [Concurrent Keynote] David has previously worked with the Victorian Ministry of Education (28 years) and has taught at every year level from Prep to Year 6. He also lectured at Melbourne University and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. David is currently working as a private education consultant in schools and lecturing in teacher education at La Trobe University. Professor Glynda Hull, University of California, USA [Plenary] Glynda s research examines digital technologies and new literacies; adult literacy and changing contexts and requirements for work; writing and students at-risk; and community/school/university partnerships. She is cofounder (with Michael James) of DUSTY (Digital Underground Storytelling for Youth), a community technology centre in Oakland, CA, where she designs and studies after-school enrichment programs on literacy and multimodal composing for children and adults. Mike Ladd [Concurrent Keynote] Mike s poetry is published widely in Australia. In 1980 he formed "The Drum Poets", a group of musicians who perform his poetry using conventional instruments, found objects and pre-recorded sounds. In the early 1980's Mike travelled in Europe and Africa. Mike is currently producer and presenter of the Radio National poetry program Poetica. Bronwyn McLeod [Concurrent Keynote] Bronwyn is the Director of Gateways Education where she works as an educational consultant throughout Australia and New Zealand, specialising in the fields of curriculum differentiation, gifted education, and online learning. Professor Jackie Marsh, University of Sheffield, UK [Plenary] Jackie teaches in the masters and doctoral literacy and language programmes and is a member of the course team for the MA Early Childhood Education. Her research is focused on the nature and role of popular culture, new technologies and the media in the literacy curriculum and in children s out-of-school practices. Jackie is an editor of the Journal of Early Childhood Literacy and President of the United Kingdom Literacy Association (UKLA). Dr Karen Martin, Queensland University of Technology, Australia [Concurrent Keynote] Karen is a Noonuccal, Quandamoopah woman from south-east Queensland. She has some 15 years teaching experience in all sectors of education from early childhood to compulsory schooling, adult education and higher education. Karen lectures in a compulsory Indigenous education subject and in sociological theories for teaching and education.

6 Dr Daniel Meadows, Cardiff University, UK [Plenary] Daniel has been described by the American commentator J.D. Lasica as "one of the icons of the Digital Storytelling movement". He is also recognised as a prime mover in the new documentary photography movement of 1970s Britain. Notable projects include his collaborations with Martin Parr: Butlin's by the Sea (1972) in Yorkshire, and a study of June Street (1973) in Salford. Professor Annette Patterson, Queensland University of Technology Australia [Concurrent Keynote] Annette supervises higher degree research students in the fields of English curriculum, literacy and reading and teaches subjects in the Master of Education literacy program. She is Managing Editor of the AER, a journal of the Australian Association of Research in Education and a member of the Editorial Review Board of the Journal of Adolescent and Adult Literacy. Professor Judith Rivalland [Concurrent Keynote] Judith is adjunct Professor of Language and Literacy at the Fogarty Learning Centre: Centre for the teaching and research of language and literacy, numeracy, science and curriculum studies. Her special interests are in literacy development, the effective teaching of early and primary literacy and literacy difficulties. Shaun Tan, Author and Illustrator [Plenary] Shaun began by specialising in science fiction and fantasy subjects, initially for magazines, newspapers and books. He soon became involved with picture books for older readers through his contact with young adult writers and publishers, and now most of his time is spent as a writer and illustrator working within this medium. He has also recently been involved with a number of theatre, film and animation projects, including work as a conceptual artist for Pixar. Special Forever: an environmental communications project Phil Cormack and Helen Nixon, University of SA, along with Ruth Pfeiler (R-12 Curriculum Adviser, Riverland District) and teachers and students involved in the Murray-Darling Basin Commission/PETA literacy initiative will jointly present an account of their learning through the Special Forever Project River Literacies. The recently published book Literacies in Place; teaching environmental communications, documents the shared stories from schools and regions in NSW, Victoria, ACT and SA, that embody literacy about something, situated somewhere. All of the primary educators involved in this practitioner inquiry made a commitment to rethink and extend the repertoires of multi-modal literacy they use with their students, as they explored issues relating to the sustainability of their own places and the Murray-Darling Basin as a whole.

7 LUNCH SPONSOR (exclusive) $1100 (including GST) An opportunity to host one of the two Conference lunches, on Monday 7 July or Tuesday 8 July A luncheon invitation in the name of your organisation with your corporate logo will be issued to all delegates The ability to promote your organisation at the Luncheon by any means of your choice and at your expense (subject to the approval of the Organising Committee) Exclusive signage with your logo in the luncheon area Recognition in the final Conference Program LITERARY BREAKFAST SUPPORTER (exclusive) $660 (including GST) An opportunity to host the Literary Breakfast on Tuesday 8 July 2008 ADVERTISING IN FINAL PROGRAM An invitation to the Literary Breakfast in the name of your organisation with your corporate logo will be issued to all delegates The ability to promote your organisation at the breakfast by any means of your choice and at your expense (subject to the approval of the Organising Committee) Exclusive signage with your logo in the breakfast area Recognition in the final Conference Program Full-Page Final Program Advertisement (black and white) $770 (including GST) Half-Page Final Program Advertisement (black and white) $550 (including GST) CONFERENCE SUPPORTER $550 (including GST) Opportunity to provide promotional items for distribution to all delegates Cost of item plus $550. A minimum of 800 items is required e.g. writing pads, mouse pads, pens, pencils, whiteboard markers, highlighters, stickers, fridge magnets and other novelty items. (Excludes name badge lanyards.) INFORM DELEGATES Satchel Inserts $550 (including GST) Recognition in the Conference Program and other documents Seat drop $330 (including GST) One satchel insert A4 size booklet, or up to 4 loose A4 pages One printed item to be placed on seats at a plenary session Brochure Display $275 (including GST) One item for inclusion in a brochure display located prominently in the registration area

8 TRADE EXHIBITOR $1980 (incl. GST) 3m x 3m trade booth; $990 (incl. GST) 3m x 2m display space Exhibitors have the choice of a 3m x 3m walled booth or a 3m x 2m display space. The exhibition will be located in the main catering area and has been designed to ensure good visibility, access to all stands and to maximise foot traffic. The main catering stations for teas, lunches and social functions will be within metres of the exhibition area. It is anticipated that there will be approximately 800 delegates all eager to view new products and services as well as build relationships with current suppliers and corporate representatives. Benefits for the exhibitor will include: Delegate List: Recognition in the final Conference Program Electronic delegate list access following the Conference Trade Booth $1980 (incl. GST) One 3m x 3m trade display area consisting of: 2.4m high front runner covered walls Aluminium framed fascia name board sign featuring computer cut-vinyl lettering in standard colours on a white Coreflute background A company sign will be installed over each open side Lighting 2 x 150 watt spotlights per 3m x 3m booth (9sqm) or smaller Lights are mounted behind the front fascia panel 1 x 15 amp power point per 3m x 3m booth (9sqm) or smaller Power point mounted on the rear wall Two visitor chairs. Trade Display $990(incl. GST) One 3m x 2m trade display area consisting of: 2400mm wide x 1200mm high Framelock screen - black 2.4m trestle table with white table cloth 2 metre standard fascia sign Two visitor chairs. Preliminary Set-up Schedule: Set-up date: Sunday 6 July noon 6.00pm Exhibition dates: Monday 7 July Tuesday 8 July 2008 Break-down date: Tuesday 8 July 2008 after 4.00pm The Exhibition package includes satchel, lunches, morning and afternoon tea 7-8 July 2008 and Welcome Reception Sunday 6 July 2008 for two staff members. *See site plans for further information

9 SPONSORSHIP APPLICATION COMPANY NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: POSITION: TELEPHONE: FAX: I/We would like to apply for the following sponsorship package(s). PARTNER Partner $15000 SPONSOR Welcome Reception $3300 Satchel $3300 Name badge (Conference supplies lanyard) $2200 Plenary Speaker $1500 Invited Speaker $1100 Lunches $1100 SUPPORTER Literary Breakfast $660 Advertising full page $770 Advertising half page $550 Conference Supporter $550 Satchel inserts $550 Seat drop $330 Brochure display $275 EXHIBITOR Trade booth $1980 Trade display $990 Signed Date: (For and on behalf of the sponsor listed above) Cheques payable to AATE/ALEA National Conference Return to: English House PO Box 3203 Norwood SA 5067 Cut here PTO for application procedures and terms and conditions

10 APPLICATION PROCEDURES To apply for a sponsorship package or trade booth, please complete and return the form on the reverse of this page. A 50% deposit will be required to secure your package. The balance is payable by 31 March Alternatively, full payment can be made with the Application Form. A tax invoice will be provided. In the event you cancel your package, the organiser reserves the right to retain deposit monies received unless that particular package is resold. No refunds for cancellations will be made after 1 June TERMS AND CONDITIONS Attendance The organisers make no warranty as to the number of delegates and/or visitors that may attend the exhibition and/or associated Conference. Provision of Delegates details The provision of delegate contact details as specified in individual packages is subject to the provisions of the Privacy Act The Privacy Act 2001 provides that before name and address details can be published in the list of conference delegates for distribution to fellow delegates or any other party, delegates must give consent. Unavoidable Occurrences In the event that the Conference is cancelled or delayed through no fault of the Organiser, the venue or Conference Secretariat including but not limited to fire, flood, labour disputes, natural disasters, acts of God, civil disorders, riots, insurrections, work stoppages, slow downs or disputes, or other similar events then the exhibitor/sponsor shall not be entitled to any refund or claim for any loss or damage. Corporate Recognition Inclusion of corporate logos or recognition in printed material is subject to meeting publication deadlines.