March 6 and 7, 2008 in Portland, Maine

The Foreign Language Association of Maine (FLAME) invites language teachers and other interested educators to submit proposals for 60- or 90-minute workshop sessions on topics of world language interest, including ESL, to be held in March 2008 at the Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland, Maine.

Why Become a Presenter?

	It’s a great opportunity to share with colleagues!
	It looks good on your curriculum vitae!
	You don’t have to pay the conference fee!
	You get a nifty ribbon!

And remember, you don't have to present alone! Swap shops and panel discussions are also desired, as are sessions conducted in the target languages. But if we can't convince you to become a presenter, please encourage colleagues whom you would recommend as workshop presenters to submit a proposal.

To be considered, proposals must be received by December 1, 2007. Mail completed forms to:

Frank Troyan, Casco Bay High School, 196 Allen Avenue, Portland ME 04103

troyaf@portlandschools.org

2008 FLAME Conference Session Proposal

Title of Session: __________________________________________________________

1. Session to be conducted in: (circle one)

English French German Latin Spanish Other ___________

2. Intended teacher audience: (circle one)

Classics French German Spanish General Audience

3. Intended program thrust: (circle one)

Elementary Middle/Jr. High High School University General Audience

4. Desired session length: (circle one)

60 minutes 90 minutes either length

5. Does your session require any special attention from the FLAME Conference Committee, such as room size, room arrangement, or equipment?

______ Yes ______ No

6. A/V Needs (circle all that apply) Please note that the Holiday provides wireless internet. However, please have a back-up plan.

TV/VCR TV/DVD LCD Projector+Screen (bringing own laptop)

Overhead Projector+Screen CD Player Flip Chart (no markers provided)

Please indicate other needs (please be specific):

________________________________________________________________________

7. Session Description

In the space below, please type a brief description of your proposed session. If accepted, this description will be printed in the 2008 FLAME Conference Program.

Presenter Information: Include all presenters for the proposed workshop. Use a separate sheet for additional presenters and include all required information.

Presenter # 1

Name ________________________

Home Phone __________________

Name of School/Business (this will appear in the conference program)

_______________________________________________________________________

School/Business Address __________________________________________________

E-MAIL: (you will receive all correspondence by email) _________________________

City _________________________ State ______ Zip __________

School/Business Phone __________________

Presenter # 2

Name ________________________

Home Phone __________________

Name of School/Business (this will appear in the conference program)

_______________________________________________________________________

School/Business Address __________________________________________________

E-MAIL: (you will receive all correspondence by email) _________________________

City _________________________ State ______ Zip __________

School/Business Phone __________________

Presenter # 3

Name ________________________

Home Phone __________________

Name of School/Business (this will appear in the conference program)

_______________________________________________________________________

School/Business Address __________________________________________________

E-MAIL: (you will receive all correspondence by email) _________________________

City _________________________ State ______ Zip __________

School/Business Phone __________________

NOTE: The FLAME Conference registration fee for Friday, March 7, 2008 will be waived for all conference presenters. If attending the dinner and keynote on the evening of March 6, 2008, presenters must pay the appropriate fee. Presenters who are currently teaching in Maine are required to be current members of FLAME. The membership requirement is only waived for presenters coming from other states. FLAME does not pay an honorarium, provide funds for a substitute teacher, or provide reimbursement for travel and printing expenses.

***Please note that you should plan and bring materials for an audience of 50. If printing of materials is a hardship for you, please contact Frank Troyan, and help can be provided. It is very frustrating for workshop participants if there are not enough handouts available.