EAST Conference "Live" : EAST Conference 2018

To Dos
Registration Information
Arrival Procedures
Conference Showcase
Planning Resources
Must See

Opening Plenary

Fusion

Conference Gala

Tech Support Olympiad

Closing Session

Tinker Space
Get Involved
Student Competitions
Founder's Award
Breakout Sessions
Leadership Teams
Contribute
Sponsorship Opportunities

Alumni & Volunteers
Exhibitor Booths
2018 Sponsors & Exhibitors
- Sponsors
- Exhibitors
What's New
What's New This Year

Conference Clips

Leadership Teams

TSO Leaderboard

Competition Finalists
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- Mar 08, 2018
  
  Photo Op Time!
  
  Starting at 6pm on Wednesday, March 14th, current EAST Programs can get an official conference team photo taken. Photographers will be available before and after Gala. Please be sure to bring the school photo card that you receive at registration. These pictures are completely free of charge! A team photo will be sent with your conference feedback forms. Also, on your way in to take your seats for Gala, please stop by and check out some fun exhibits & demonstrations.
- Mar 08, 2018
  
  Last Minute Reminder Webinar Recording
  
  We are less than one week away from #EASTcon18! Check out the Last Minute Reminder Webinar recording under the What's New Tab to make sure your program is All Systems Go!
- Mar 02, 2018
  
  Gala Night Dinner Options
  
  The Embassy Suites and Hotel Hot Springs are offering a special dinner option for EAST Conference participants on Wednesday, February 14. These are quick, easy option for dinner between when the exhibit hall closes at 4:00 pm and when Gala seating opens at 6:00 pm. See the Planning Resources page (To Dos) for more information.
- Mar 01, 2018
  
  Food at Conference
  
  The Conference concession stand menu is now available on the website (To Dos > Planning Resources). If you're looking for an affordable lunch option during Conference - check out the Rocket Cafe Pre-Order option (also on the concession stand menu).
- Feb 28, 2018
  
  Fusion Fun!
  
  Check out the Fusion page (in the Must See tab) for a sneak peek at some of exciting activities happening at the EAST Conference social event.
- Feb 26, 2018
  
  "Dressed to a Tee" Competition Deadline
  
  Does your program t-shirt promote EAST in style? Make sure to get your submission in by 3 p.m., CST, March 1!
- Feb 22, 2018
  
  Booth Assignments & Judging Times
  
  EAST has released the official school booth layout and judging times! Check out the Booth Assessment and Program Pitch pages (in the To Dos tab > Conference Showcase) for the lists.
- Feb 22, 2018
  
  Registration Webinar Recording
  
  The recording of Tuesday's webinar on all things registration can be found in the What's New tab > What's New This Year. Please take some time to learn about all the new changes and the need-to-know information.
- Feb 19, 2018
  
  View the Breakout Session Schedule
  
  The breakout session schedule is now live and can be viewed through the links on your MyPlanner dashboard. Registration will open on Feb. 26 at 8:00 AM and will close on March 5 at 3:00 PM.
- Feb 16, 2018
  
  LIVE Registration Webinar
  
  Facilitators! Get the details on how to breeze through the streamlined registration process at #EASTcon18 during a LIVE webinar Tuesday, Feb. 20at 9:15 AM! Only a few spots left! Sign up here: http://bit.ly/CN2018webinar
- Feb 16, 2018
  
  Breakout Session Registration
  
  Information about breakout session registration (including dates) is now on the website! Please review the information ASAP (in the Get Involved tab) because there are some significant changes this year.
- Feb 12, 2018
  
  EAST Competition Finalists Announced
  
  Finalists for the Overall Founder's Award, Founder's Awards of Excellence, EAST Project Competition, and Tech Support Olympiad have all been announced. Check out the "Competition Finalists" page in the "What's New" tab for a complete list. Keep an eye out for more finalists announcements coming this week!!!
- Jan 18, 2018
  
  Sponsored Competitions Deadline
  
  The deadline for all "Sponsored Competitions" has been extended to 3 p.m., CST, January 24, 2018.
- Jan 17, 2018
  
  Digital Image Release Forms
  
  Facilitators: Keep in mind that if you use the (new) Digital Image Release Form for your students, you still need to save and upload a copy of the signed forms to your school roster in the MyPlanner section!
- Jan 15, 2018
  
  Reminder: Sponsored Competitions Deadline
  
  The deadline for all sponsored competitions is 3 p.m., CST, January 19, 2018. Do not wait until the last minute! Submission forms will automatically disable at the deadline. If a form does not disable properly, submissions received after the deadline will NOT be considered. Upload speeds can vary and deadline days have a higher volume of student submissions, which can cause delays. EAST will have limited (if any) availability to assist with issues on the deadline day. Winter weather and technology malfunctions are not grounds for automatic extensions or exceptions. Good luck!
- Jan 15, 2018
  
  More Conference Clips
  
  If you haven't already, be sure to watch the newest Conference Clips for information on registration, the arrival process at Conference, and booth reminders.
- Dec 19, 2017
  
  Featured Breakout Session Speakers!
  
  Can't wait for the inspirational breakout speakers coming soon at #EASTcon18? Well, check out the "Get Involved" tab - Featured Breakout Session Speakers for a sneak peek!
- Dec 15, 2017
  
  Congratulations Leadership Team!
  
  The 2018 Leadership Teams were announced this morning. Please help us congratulate the 55 students who will be working behind the scenes at #EASTcon18!
- Dec 15, 2017
  
  TSO Leaderboard
  
  The TSO Leaderboard is live in the What's New section. Be sure to encourage and cheer on your favorite contestants because it's still anyone's game!
- Dec 14, 2017
  
  Final Two Competitions Live!
  
  The last two competitions are released: Intentionally Inventive Marketing & Create a New Reality: VR Competition! Make sure to apply for any of these competitions by 3 p.m. January 19!
- Dec 06, 2017
  
  Even More Competitions!
  
  We have three more competitions released: Picture This, SAU Tech Multimedia, and Music! Deadlines for all 3 are January 19!
- Dec 01, 2017
  
  Another 3D Printing Competition
  
  NWA3D is hosting TWO 3D printing competitions this year! The "Ready? Print...PLAY!" competition has a really unique prize opportunity.
- Nov 29, 2017
  
  More Competitions!
  
  We just released the ARCHICAD & 3D Print It Up! competitions. The deadline is January 19. Also, keep an eye out for a few more competitions being released ASAP!
- Nov 13, 2017
  
  Leadership Team Application Deadline
  
  This Friday (Nov. 17) at 3 p.m. CST is the deadline to submit applications to be on the Ambassador, Documentation or Technical Support Team. Remember that a facilitator nomination is required for any student applicant, and those must also be received by the deadline.
- Nov 09, 2017
  
  Even More Competitions
  
  Check out the newly release competitions: A Few Good Apps, SketchUp, and Perfect Pitch! Deadlines for all 3 are January 19.
- Nov 02, 2017
  
  Conference Clips - Leadership Teams
  
  Check out the "What's New" tab to see the first Conference Clip for #EASTcon18!
- Nov 02, 2017
  
  Arlington Hotel Breakfast Buffet
  
  The EAST room rate at the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa now includes a complimentary hot breakfast buffet!
- Oct 31, 2017
  
  More Competitions!
  
  Submit your best architectural designs (2D or 3D) for the Fay Jones Architectural Challenge and the most innovative use of a microcontroller for the MicroControl Everything competition. The deadline is January 19!
- Oct 30, 2017
  
  Create a Healthier Arkansas Competition
  
  Do you have a project that is improving the health and wellness of your school or community? Make sure to enter the Create a Healthier Arkansas competition, hosted by UA CES.
- Oct 18, 2017
  
  Website is LIVE
  
  It's finally here!! We are so excited to share the website for #EASTcon18. Have a look around and check back often for updates. We will add more student competitions VERY soon!
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Interested in watching the excitement in real time as students and EAST programs are recognized at the Opening Plenary, Conference Gala or Closing Session? Set up a watch party! EAST will be streaming group sessions events (Opening Plenary, Conference Gala, and Closing Session) LIVE on Livestream.com, presented by Southside Schools! Additionally, the Tech Support Olympiad will be broadcast LIVE on Livestream.com on Thursday, 3/15 at 9am. To see last year's Conference videos and other EAST media, check out our YouTube channel. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for additional live streams during our Conference.

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Opening Plenary - 3/13 @ 2pm - Livestream.com

Conference Gala - 3/14 @ 7pm - Livestream.com

Tech Support Olympiad - 3/15 @ 9am - Livestream.com

Closing Session - 3/15 @ 12pm - Livestream.com

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