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Events and Keynotes

A detailed schedule of events, keynotes, and what to expect at the 2024 BOOST Conference. 


*Please note this schedule is subject to change

TUESDAY, APRIL 30

BOOST Conference Orientation

BOOST Conference Orientation will take place LIVE every hour.
9:00AM, 10:00AM, 11:00AM, 1:00PM, 2:00PM, 3:00PM, 4:00PM
Palm Springs Convention Center Lobby

BOOST Conference Attendee Promising Practices: How to Navigate the Conference and Make the Most of Your Professional Development Experience

Are you new to BOOST? Have you attend BOOST in the past but need a refresher? Stay up-to-date on attendee promising practices during our on-site orientation to help you maximize your time and learning before the conference, during the conference, and how to stay connected post-conference. Topics covered: 

- Preparing for the conference
- How to get involved and play a leadership role at BOOST 
- Tips on Networking 
- Navigating the Exhibit Hall 
- Determining the best learning opportunities for your professional development needs 
- How to use the conference app to maximize your conference experience and much, much more! 

There will be one additional conference orientation on Wednesday, May 1, at 7:30AM.

BOOST CONFERENCE ORIENTATION


PRE-CONFERENCE ACADEMIES

Developmental Resilience

pear logo transparent10:00am-4:30pm (includes a 30-minute lunch break)
$165 (includes lunch and all materials)
ULA, MLA, CB, DS, M, H

Presenters: Gil Noam, Ph.D, Ed.D, Founder and Chair; Jamaal Williams, Assistant Director of Training, Partnerships in Education and Resilience (PEAR), Cambridge, MA

Hardship and adversity are unavoidable parts of life. However, youth can emerge from challenging situations stronger than before, able to navigate future hardships. PEAR's Pre- Conference Academy features up-to-date research on youth mental health and resilience from experts at Harvard and McLean Hospital, where PEAR began.

Developmental Resilience is the building block of DEI. It recognizes everyone's challenges and ability to be resilient in challenging environments.

Click here to learn more about this Pre-Conference Academy.


Growing Resilient Minds: Strategies for Building Mental Fitness in Students

MindUp logo10:00am-4:30pm (includes a 30-minute lunch break)
$165 (includes lunch and all materials)
MLA, DS, PK, E, M

Presenters: Dido Balla, MS, Head of Education; Carrie Patterson, Executive Director, MindUp- The Goldie Hawn Foundation, Santa Monica, CA

In this in-depth interactive Academy, participants will receive simple tools and resources to support them in helping children understand the way their brain works, how the structures of the brain impact one's ability to focus attention, manage emotions, and understand the human potential for happiness. Through MindUP, over 7 million students from around the world have learned how to take brain breaks to regulate their emotions, practice perspective-taking, and bring more optimism, kindness, and gratitude into their lives.

In partnership with SEL4CA.

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Click here to learn more about this Pre-Conference Academy.


Supercharge Your STEAM Program with Invention Education and Community Partnerships

10:00am-4:30pm (includes a 30-minute lunch break)Lemelson MIT Logo
$165 (includes lunch and all materials)
ULA, MLA, CB, DS, E, M, H

Presenters: Christine Lawlor-King, Invention Education Consultant, Lemelson-MIT, Manchester, CT; Brenda Payne, Executive Director, California Invention Convention, Santa Cruz, CA

Invention Education appeals to all students! It starts with students identifying problems in their lives rather than being given a problem to solve. This inspires students to design a solution, using empathy and perseverance. Educators will experience design challenges that demonstrate that agency, self-direction, and fun. Invention education is a powerful tool in connecting to your community. The session will include examples from young inventors and community involvement stories.

Click here to learn more about this Pre-Conference Academy.  


BOOST Swim Club

1:00PM - 5:00PM
Renaissance Hotel Pool

Not attending a Pre-conference Academy? No problem. Hang out at our Swim Club and catch some good vibes and gear up for the conference. Chill out to the grooves during this pre-conference networking mixer! Sunscreen not included.  

BOOST Swim Club logo  DJ Walt White

BOOST Swim Club DJ Walt White

OMNIKIN Swim Games

3:00PM - 5:00PM
Renaissance Hotel Pool

Get in the pool and play! Come and discover the new OMNIKIN game concepts specially developed for swimming pools. Get ready for a series of fun and easy-to-play games using giant 6 ft. OMNIKIN TUBES and OMNIKIN TPU balls. Bring your friends and colleagues as we play individual and team games. Don't forget your sunscreen! 

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BOOST LIVE PODCAST LOUNGE

1:00PM - 8:00PM

BOOST Live Podcast Lounge provides an intimate setting where attendees are a part of a live podcast audience. Podcasters will interview thought leaders, facilitate Q&A sessions, and expert panels all in front of a live audience! Be a part of the conversation, learning, and podcast community, live at BOOST.  

Click here to see the BOOST LIVE PODCAST SCHEDULE

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BOOST Live Podcast Lounge Juan Alvarado Raize the Bar


WELCOME RECEPTION and HAT CONTEST

5:30PM - 6:30PM
Renaissance Hotel Pool and Rocks Lounge    

The BOOST Welcome Reception is truly a day to celebrate in Palm Springs with colleagues from all over the globe. Join us for our early evening reunion and welcome poolside reception. Connect with colleagues and make new friends while the sun sets against the San Jacinto mountains. A perfect way to start the conference! 

Everyone is invited to join our fun and creative tradition, our annual Hat Contest, during our annual Welcome Reception. Get ready to celebrate in style and don’t forget to bring a hat! Glamorous headpieces, outrageous-themed headwear, fancy floral arrangements, sports-themed caps, or boost your company/agency flair! Be entered into 1 of 3 different Hat Contest categories: Most Glamorous, Best Theme, and Most Creative. BOOST Leadership Team judges will be wandering around the reception looking for your creativity! 

Hat Contest Judging will take place between 5:30-5:50PM
Hat Contest Winners will be announced at 6:00PM 
Must be present during judging and announcements to be eligible to win.  

BOOST Conference Hat Contest

LIVE DJ SET FEATURING DJ WALT WHITE 

DJ Walt White   ZTag Logo 


Escape Room Palm Springs

Sunday - Thursday, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Escape Room Palm Springs

A fun and exciting team-building experience where you and your team will work together to achieve a common goal, and in doing so, bond, strengthen your relationships, and improve communication and teamwork. Each game is 60 minutes in length and includes an orientation and debriefing after each game. Who will escape first?

The Escape Room will be offering a special rate of $24 per attendee per game throughout the entire week of the BOOST Conference. *You must be registered for the conference and your account paid in full to register your team for an escape room experience and receive the BOOST Conference price of $24 per game. All games are private so book for the number of people you want to play with. You may add additional players at the door to the capacity of the room you choose. *To book an escape room experience, visit http://escapePS.com using the promo code IAMBOOST to book online. Credit card payments are preferred.

*Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Room Palm Springs is located at 2500 North Palm Canyon Drive, Suite B3, Palm Springs, CA 92262. BOOSTers are responsible for their own transportation.

EscapeRoomPS


POP-UP DINNERS

6:15PM - 8:30PM
Meet in the Renaissance Hotel Lobby

Looking for dinner plans while at the BOOST Conference? Want to meet and network with new, awesome, and like-minded BOOSTers? Join our Pop-Up Dinners for just that purpose! Space is limited, please click the links below to register for a BOOST Pop-Up Dinner. *Please note that you must be registered to attend the 2024 BOOST Conference with your account paid in full in order to register for a Pop-Up Dinner.

2024 Daniel Hatcher MPH

The Heart of Partnerships
Daniel Hatcher, MPH, Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships, Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Washington, DC

2024 Dwayne V. Wiggins

Goal Setting
Dwayne V. Wiggins, Jr., Before & After-School Program Director & Motivational Coach, Community Education Alliance & A Human Being!, Philadelphia, PA

2024 Robin Elliott Ed

The Power of Resilience
Robin Elliott, Ed.D., Associate Dean, School of Education and SEL Director, Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY

2024 Ted Lewis

Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
Ted Lewis, Director of Youth Well-Being, Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Washington, DC

2024 Sonia Toledo Ph

Cultural Change: Fostering Emotional Intelligence in Responsible Leadership
Sonia Toledo, Ph.D., Founder & CEO, Dignity of Children, New York, NY

 

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Lounge events

8:00PM - 9:00PM
Hilton Hotel Tapestry Room

Sponsored by:

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 1

Breakfast & NETWORKING with Exhibitors

7:30AM
Palm Springs Convention Center Exhibit Hall

Mingle with our exhibitors and enjoy a healthy breakfast in the Exhibit Hall. It's a great way to start your day!

BOOST Confernce Exhibit Hall


BOOST Conference Orientation

7:30AM
Palm Springs Convention Center Lobby

BOOST Conference Attendee Promising Practices: How to Navigate the Conference and Make the Most of Your Professional Development Experience

Are you new to BOOST? Have you attended BOOST in the past but need a refresher? Stay up-to-date on attendee promising practices during our on-site orientation to help you maximize your time and learning before the conference, during the conference, and how to stay connected post-conference. Topics covered: 

- Preparing for the conference
- How to get involved and play a leadership role at BOOST 
- Tips on Networking 
- Navigating the Exhibit Hall 
- Determining the best learning opportunities for your professional development needs 
- How to use the conference app to maximize your conference experience and much, much more! 

BOOST CONFERENCE ORIENTATION


BOOST Blood Drive

8:00AM - 1:00PM
Palm Springs Convention Center 

Join us at BOOST and donate blood this year for a worthy cause! We are continuing our partnership with LifeStream to bring their donor truck to Palm Springs with one valued mission that we support - to help save lives by connecting donors and patients through the gift of blood. 

LifeStream is a non-profit 501(c)(3) blood center founded in 1951 as the Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. In 2008, the organization’s name was changed to better reflect the breadth of services offered and its expanding geographical service area. Today, LifeStream provides blood products and services to more than 80 Southern California hospitals and medical facilities in six counties. To fulfill patient need, LifeStream must collect 600 blood donations daily.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO DONATE BLOOD

Blood Drive COVID-19 Guidelines: FAQ's and Information provided by LifeStream

LifeStream Blood Bank
LifeStream Blood Bank bus at the BOOST Conference


Conference Opening & General Session

8:45AM - 9:45AM
Palm Springs Convention Center 

Hamish BrewerHamish Brewer
Opening Keynote Address

To Love and to Serve- Student Commitment & Engagement
People just want to be seen, heard, and valued, creating a culture and environment that advocates and amplifies the stakeholder voice, opportunity and ownership of the journey, productivity, and results. Leaders, practices, and processes within the organization can stimulate or suppress the performance, culture, and outcomes for all. Hamish shows how a culture of love and service deeply engages stakeholders on multiple levels emotionally, physically, and intellectually to raise levels in culture, commitment, and performance across the organization. 

Click here to learn more about Hamish Brewer


BOOST BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS & MEET THE AUTHORS

9:45AM - 10:15AM
Palm Springs Convention Center Exhibit Hall

Join your colleagues in the Exhibit Hall for networking and lots of awesome raffle prizes! Mingle with Exhibitors and have the opportunity to learn about the latest resources, curriculum, and services to enhance your program. See your conference program for the Meet the Authors schedule.  

BOOST Conference Meet the Authors with Dr. Shawn Ginwright


LUNCH & GENERAL SESSION

12:30PM - 1:30PM
Palm Springs Convention Center 

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris roundDr. Nadine Burke Harris
Keynote Address

Founder of Center for Youth Wellness and Former Surgeon General of California

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris is an award-winning physician, researcher, and public health leader who has spent her career on the front lines of some of our world’s most pressing public health challenges. As California’s first-ever Surgeon General, she helped guide the state’s COVID response, co-chairing the committee to recommend vaccine allocation and helping California achieve the lowest cumulative mortality of any large state. Amid the throes of the COVID pandemic, Dr. Burke Harris successfully launched a first-in-the-nation statewide effort to train over 20,000 primary care providers on how to screen for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and respond with trauma-informed care. 

Click here to learn more about Dr. Nadine Burke Harris

General Session Inspiration BOOSTer Sponsor

Fuel, Energize, and Move Your Body
 
Learn how to become an AMAZING ATHLETE as we engage in a physical energizer focusing on a few power foods, and a few muscles in the body that will tie into learning a sports-specific skill. Don't miss this fun, energetic, and educational experience that will support how to connect with kids on their level. 

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BOOST Break with Exhibitors & Meet the Authors

1:30PM - 2:30PM
Palm Springs Convention Center Exhibit Hall

Join your colleagues in the Exhibit Hall for snacks, networking, and lots of awesome raffle prizes! Mingle with Exhibitors and have the opportunity to learn about the latest resources, curriculum, and services to enhance your program. See your conference program for the Meet the Authors schedule. 

BOOST Conference Popsicles in the Exhibit Hall


BOOST Live Networking Reception

4:45PM - 6:00PM
Renaissance Hotel Pool

Whether you're relaxing after a long day or ready for a night out, take the time to connect with your team and meet new colleagues at our poolside BOOST Live Networking Reception. Light snacks and a cash bar are available.

BOOST Live Reception sponsors:

Enchanted Education Logo  Riono Crow Custom Murals logoStep By Step Folklorico Logo

Drink Tickets sponsors:

Amazing Athletes Logo

BOOST Conference Live Networking Reception


Escape Room Palm Springs

Sunday - Thursday, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Escape Room Palm Springs

A fun and exciting team-building experience where you and your team will work together to achieve a common goal, and in doing so, bond, strengthen your relationships, and improve communication and teamwork. Each game is 60 minutes in length and includes an orientation and debriefing after each game. Who will escape first?

The Escape Room will be offering a special rate of $24 per attendee per game throughout the entire week of the BOOST Conference. *You must be registered for the conference and your account paid in full to register your team for an escape room experience and receive the BOOST Conference price of $24 per game. All games are private so book for the number of people you want to play with. You may add additional players at the door to the capacity of the room you choose. *To book an escape room experience, visit http://escapePS.com using the promo code IAMBOOST to book online. Credit card payments are preferred.

*Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Room Palm Springs is located at 2500 North Palm Canyon Drive, Suite B3, Palm Springs, CA 92262. BOOSTers are responsible for their own transportation.

EscapeRoomPS


DUCK DUCK BOOST RELAY RACE

6:00PM
Renaissance Hotel Pool

Oh yes, it’s a new twist on the classic Duck Race! Get your ducks in a row and cheer on our duck racers in the Duck Duck BOOST Relay Race in the pool! Who will be the lucky duck?! 

There are two ways to participate:

1. Duck Duck BOOST racing team fundraiser

Duck Duck BOOST is a fundraiser for the BOOST Conference Scholarship Fund. This fund was developed in order to provide financial assistance for a lucky duck to attend next year's conference. We are looking for 4 teams of 3 people to hop in the pool and splash to the finish. Duck Duck BOOST team members get extra exposure for their organizations and compete for a year’s worth of bragging rights. Each Duck Duck BOOST team will receive (1) social media recognition, including logos from each team member’s organization as well as promotion in (1) Conference Newsletter.

This event costs $375 per team and is held immediately following the BOOST Live Reception at the Renaissance pool. Get your team together and enter the race, we can't wait to watch you win! 

2. Bid on your favorite Duck Duck BOOST racing team for our 50/50 raffle

Duck Duck BOOST is also 50/50 fundraiser. Attendees can bid on their favorite duck racing team - 50% of the collected funds go towards the scholarship fund and 50% goes to the winning ticket holder. $5 BUCKS PER DUCK (cash only)! The race starts at 6PM at the Renaissance Hotel pool, arrive early to enter the raffle.

Questions about Duck Duck BOOST? Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Duck Duck BOOST Sponsors:

Mastery Coding Logo  Mizzen Education Logo Rainbow Rising Spark Mentoring Programs Logo

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Lounge Events

7:30PM-8:30PM
Hilton Hotel Tapestry Room

Sponsored by:

TSP Afterschool Sports Program Logo


BOOST Homecoming Party

8:00PM-11:59PM
Rocks Lounge Terrace, Renaissance Hotel

Join our annual Homecoming celebration to welcome former BOOST attendees and newcomers alike!  

BOOST Homecoming Studio 24 logo

Everyone is invited to travel back in time to our Studio 54-themed Disco Dance Club Party! Dress to express- think glitter, bell bottoms and flared pants, jumpsuits, metallic dresses, and bold colorful prints and accessories galore! Dance the night away and be transported to the iconic 70s- lights, camera, dance!

 Homecoming Logo

Still feel like dancing? Wireless headphones will be available to rent so you can keep your groove going a little bit longer! The music will be silent to everyone except those with headphones. Dance on! 

8:00PM - Bring your VIP ticket to the Rocks Lounge and redeem it for a free beer (while supplies last)
*VIP tickets can be obtained at our Homecoming sponsor booths in the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday. 
8:00PM-10:00PM - Homecoming Dance Party
9:30PM - Headphone distribution for Silent Disco (license as collateral required)
10:00PM - Silent Disco- The After Party
11:30PM-11:59PM-Return Headphones 

Homecoming Sponsors

Premier Sponsor:

School of Beats


TOUR DE BOOST WALK/SCAVENGER HUNT

6:45AM - 8:30AM
Palm Spring Convention Center, East Lawn/Downtown Palm Springs

Join fellow BOOSTers on a fun and adventurous Tour de BOOST walk and a scavenger hunt for charity around Palm Springs. This 2-mile hunt through scenic Palm Springs will lead you around the Palm Springs area as you and your teammates search for famous statues, art installations, the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, and notorious landmarks of the rich and famous!

Enjoy a beautiful Palm Springs morning, get some exercise, and best of all, connect with other BOOSTers as you raise money for a local charity.

All Tour de BOOST participants will meet in front of the Palm Springs Convention Center on the East Lawn at 6:45AM. Teams will receive their clues and start the scavenger hunt promptly at 7:00AM. Late arrivals will not be accommodated. Please wear comfortable clothing, and closed-toe shoes, and bring your Smartphone. Complimentary bottled water and snacks will be provided.

To sign up, access your online BOOST registration account, select Tour de BOOST, and make your payment of $35 by April 15. If this event is not sold out, you may visit our On-Site Registration booth at the conference in the PSCC Lobby on Tuesday and Wednesday to register. Tour de BOOST fees are non-refundable and all proceeds benefit our 2024 Giveback Organization. 

Proceeds to benefit: Create Center

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Tour de BOOST snack bag sponsors:

Mindworks Resources     NEW Tour de Boost logo     



MORNING RECESS

7:00AM - 8:00AM
Palm Spring Convention Center, East Lawn

Get up! Wake up! Rejuvenate! Bring your friends (and meet new friends) at the Morning Recess session. Maximize your morning and set the tone for the day.

Games That Work

Join us for a playful, high-energy session full of cooperative and active games. We will share with you our adventuresome favorites – from classic yet inclusive twists on tag games to new, instant recess winners. This session will be geared toward Grades 5 and older, and we'll play games that are simple to learn/instruct, low to no prop, appropriate for a variety of settings, and fun to play over and over.

Morning recess sponsor:

High 5 Adventure


BREAKFAST & Networking WITH EXHIBITORS

8:00AM
Palm Springs Convention Center Exhibit Hall

Mingle with our exhibitors and enjoy a healthy breakfast in the Exhibit Hall. It’s a great way to start your day!

Breakfast in the BOOST Exhibit Hall


Opening & General Session

8:45AM - 9:45AM
Palm Springs Convention Center

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BOOST TALKS: INSPIRE YOUTH. INSPIRE LEARNING. INSPIRE CHANGE.  

Join global leaders as they share insights, ideas, and inspiration that align with the BOOST Conference mission: Inspire Youth, Inspire Learning, Inspire Change.

Jodi GrantJodi Grant
Executive Director, Afterschool Alliance, Washington, D.C.

YOUR VOICE MATTERS.
Become a hero not just in your community but for children and youth across the country by showcasing and advocating for afterschool programs!

 

Dominique Smith roundDominique Smith, Ed.D.
Chief of Educational Services and Teacher Support, Health Sciences High and Middle College in San Diego, CA
 
Dominique Smith focuses on fostering a sense of inclusion and community within schools, exploring strategies and initiatives aimed at creating an atmosphere where every student feels valued, accepted, and connected. Drawing on personal experiences and successes, he will highlight the positive impact of a strong sense of belonging on academic achievement, social well-being, and overall school culture. Gain valuable insights and practical ideas to implement in their school settings, ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and supportive educational experience for students.
 
Learn more about Dominique Smith here.
 
Shital ShahShital C. Shah
Senior Advisor, Strategic Partnerships, Office of the Secretary, US Department of Education, Washington, D.C.
 
Raising the Bar: Afterschool for All

General Session Inspiration BOOSTer sponsor:

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NETWORKING LUNCH & MEET THE AUTHORS

12:00PM - 1:00PM
Palm Springs Convention Center Exhibit Hall

Lunch will be served in the exhibit hall. Grab your lunch and take this opportunity to mix and mingle with exhibitors and participate in our Meet the Authors series throughout the exhibit hall.

BOOST Conference Exhibit Hall with The Magician School


BOOST BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS & MEET THE AUTHORS

2:30PM - 3:30PM
Palm Springs Convention Center Exhibit Hall

Join your colleagues in the Exhibit Hall for snacks, networking, and lots of awesome raffle prizes! Mingle with Exhibitors and have the opportunity to learn about the latest resources, curriculum, and services to enhance your program. See your conference program for the Meet the Authors schedule. 

Enjoy an hour of exclusive promotions and discounts from selected vendors in our Exhibit Hall. Shop 'Til You BOOST! 

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LOUNGE EVENTS

5:30PM - 6:30PM
Hilton Hotel Tapestry Room

Sponsored by:

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Escape Room Palm Springs

Sunday - Thursday, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Escape Room Palm Springs

A fun and exciting team-building experience where you and your team will work together to achieve a common goal, and in doing so, bond, strengthen your relationships, and improve communication and teamwork. Each game is 60 minutes in length and includes an orientation and debriefing after each game. Who will escape first?

The Escape Room will be offering a special rate of $24 per attendee per game throughout the entire week of the BOOST Conference. *You must be registered for the conference and your account paid in full to register your team for an escape room experience and receive the BOOST Conference price of $24 per game. All games are private so book for the number of people you want to play with. You may add additional players at the door to the capacity of the room you choose. *To book an escape room experience, visit http://escapePS.com using the promo code IAMBOOST to book online. Credit card payments are preferred.

*Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Room Palm Springs is located at 2500 North Palm Canyon Drive, Suite B3, Palm Springs, CA 92262. BOOSTers are responsible for their own transportation.

EscapeRoomPS


VILLAGEFEST STREET FAIR

6:00PM - 10:00PM
Downtown Palm Springs

Locals and tourists happily mingle at the Palm Springs VillageFest held year-round every Thursday evening on Palm Canyon Drive. An open-air street fair with more than 200 booths offering live music, fresh fruit stands, artists, craftsman, unique foods, and street entertainers to charm the crowd is a must for conference-goers. Admission is free and within walking distance from all of the BOOST conference hotels!

The Palm Springs Art Museum offers free public admission every Thursday evening from 5:00PM - 8:00PM during VillageFest! The Art Museum currently has 28 galleries, five art storage vaults, two sculpture gardens, four classrooms/resource centers, a 90-seat lecture hall, the 433-seat Annenberg Theater, a Museum Store, and a Café in an architecturally significant building designed by architect E. Stewart Williams at the base of Mount San Jacinto. An adjacent Administration building contains offices and a 12,000-volume Library.

www.psmuseum.org

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Palm Springs VillageFest BOOST Conference


THINK RED INSPIRE & PAINT

6:00PM - 8:00PM
Date Terrace at the Renaissance Hotel

Please join us for a fun event of painting while raising funds to benefit organizations that serve the San Diego HIV & AIDS community. This fun event will be guided by a professional artist and drag queen (Xrystal), Nathan Mohle from San Diego, CA. We encourage participants attending this event to wear red in solidarity with the Think Red Project mission. 

To sign up, access your online BOOST registration account, select Think Red Inspire & Paint, and make your payment. 100% of the proceeds go to the San Diego non-profit Think Red Project.

BOOST Conference hosts Think Red paint night with Drag queen artist Xrystal

TICKETS- $40

Ticket includes:

  • • 2 hours of professional painting instruction
    • Use of acrylic paints, paintbrushes, canvas, and easel
    • Canvas painting project to paint and take home 

Drink specials will be available for BOOST attendees participating in this special event.
Think Red Project & Red Dress Party San Diego / www.reddresspartysd.com 

Think Red Project


POOLSIDE DIVE-IN MOVIE (FREE EVENT!)

8:00PM - 10:00PM
Renaissance Hotel Pool

Gather poolside in a chaise lounge or on a raft in the pool and watch the film on the big screen! Drink and appetizer specials will be available. Rafts and BOOST beach towels will be available for purchase at the BOOST Booth in the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday & Thursday only.

Sixteen Candles

Samantha Baker (Molly Ringwald) is ready to make the most of her Sweet Sixteen birthday…if only someone would remember it. She's your average teen, enduring creepy freshmen, spoiled siblings, confused parents, and the "Big Blonde on Campus" who stands between her and the boy of her dreams. From writer/director John Hughes (The Breakfast Club, Weird Science), Sixteen Candles is a warm-hearted coming of age comedy that helped define a generation.

Sixteen Candles movie poster


boost Karaoke night

8:00PM
Retro Room Lounge Palm Springs

Calling all BOOST superstars! It’s time to get down and get your groove on at the BOOST Talent Show! You can bring your team, your friends, or come and find your new crew. Sit back and relax, people-watch, or join in the karaoke party and let your talent shine! Don’t forget to wear your BOOST name badge. Drink specials will be available exclusively for BOOST attendees!
*Retro Room Lounge is located at 125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way #102, Palm Springs, CA

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FRIDAY, MAY 3

BREAKFEST

7:30AM
Rocks Lounge Terrace & Poolside 

It's a new twist on breakfast! Meet us poolside for a breakfast festival experience with breakfast foods, a live DJ, live screenprinting, and more! Coffee and breakfast items will be available for purchase. This is the perfect opportunity to say your farewells and connect before heading to morning workshops, closing & raffle.

Grab-and-Go Breakfast Items available for purchase:
(pricing as of the 2023 conference)

  • Seasonal fruit cup - $5
  • Berry parfait - $7
  • Two danishes - $5
  • Breakfast muffin - $5
  • Breakfast burrito - $10
  • Breakfast croissant - $8
  • Hot coffee - $3
  • Hot tea - $3
  • Orange juice or Cranberry juice - $4
  • Milk carton - $3

BreakFEST Logo FINAL  DJ Walt White

Morning Recess

7:30AM - 8:30AM
Rocks Lounge Terrace, Renaissance

Get up! Wake up! Rejuvenate! Bring your friends (and meet new friends) at the Morning Recess session. Maximize your morning and set the tone for the last day. 

Mindfulness Coloring - Teaching Emotional Regulation and Awareness in a Pre K-5 Setting
Lilli Resendez, Regional Director, VAC Enrichment, San Jose, California; Violet Maxwell, Regional Director, VAC Enrichment, Los Angeles, California

In this activity, we will explore the importance of mindfulness and emotional regulation in children of different age groups. While taking part in one of the most helpful meditation tools in the classroom setting - Mindfulness Coloring - we will discuss common situations that we encounter as educators and how to address them from a place of emotional awareness. Participants will leave this activity with tools to address a multitude of student engagement scenarios (from behavior, concentration, outbursts, disinterest, and more!) as well as the language and approaches for incorporating mindfulness into the classroom.

Morning recess sponsor:

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Closing & Raffle

11:15AM - 12:00PM 
Renaissance Hotel

Don't miss our fun and energetic conference closing with thousands of dollars worth of raffle prizes! All attendees will automatically be registered in the closing raffle upon entrance to the closing for a chance to win!

BOOST Conference contest winner 

BOOST Conference Closing Raffle


EXTRA CREDIT

12:00PM-5:00PM

You have attended workshops, networking events, and met with exhibitors - now what? Take this opportunity to intentionally connect with your colleagues and begin your action planning and next steps. We have complimentary meeting space for you and your team to retreat and begin the process to focus on ideas and setting goals for the end-of-year, summer, and upcoming school year.

extra credit

Please note: Name badges are required to attend all BOOST Conference events including all meals and all workshops.

 

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