What’s included in the price of registration?
Both General Session and Self Advocate Session tickets include:
- Access to 5 breakout sessions on timely topics led by local and national experts
- Ticket to attend the Awards Dinner on Friday evening featuring keynote speaker, Matthew Schwab
- Self Advocate “Brighter Futures” Dance on Friday evening
- Boxed lunch on Friday, continental breakfast and boxed lunch on Saturday
- Post-conference Networking Reception
- Plenary Session on Saturday morning featuring keynote speaker, Dr. Julie Moran
…and much more!
Who can I email with questions about the Brighter Futures Conference?
You can email any questions about the conference to conference@mdsc.org.
Can I register for one day of the conference?
We do not have an option to register for only one of the two days. We are excited to gather as a community for this two-day event!
Where can I find information about hotel accommodations?
Please visit the Accommodations page on this website.
How can I register if my school district or company is paying via purchase order?
If you would like to make a payment via purchase order, enter the promo code CHECKPO at checkout and email purchase orders to ecrowley@mdsc.org.
Where is the Brighter Futures Conference taking place?
The Brighter Futures Conference is taking place at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA. For more information, visit the Getting to the Conference page on this website.
How will I access conference materials?
Presentation materials will be shared digitally at the conference.
Will I receive access to materials for breakout sessions I cannot attend?
Yes, presentation materials will be shared digitally at the conference.
How many breakout sessions can I register for?
You will register for 5 breakout sessions – 2 on Friday, 3 on Saturday.
Can I change the session I attend day-of?
No. Due to capacity, you must attend the workshops you selected when you registered.
What happens if a breakout session I want to attend is full when I register?
If a breakout session states that it is full, you may not register for it. You will receive access to presentation materials.
Will meals be provided?
Yes, registration includes a boxed lunch on Friday and Saturday, a continental breakfast on Saturday morning, and a ticket to Friday’s Awards Dinner. Gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, and vegan options will be available based on information provided during registration.
Where can I park?
Please visit the Getting to the Conference page on this website.
Are scholarships available to attend the conference?
A limited number of partial scholarships are available based on need. To apply, contact conference@mdsc.org.