This annual fall conference brings OFT local leaders together to discuss issues facing members and our professions, and strategies for strengthening our work with children. Members come from across Ohio to learn from each other and join in developing plans for how OFT supports and engages with locals on issues important to members. Register now.
OFT Executive Council members are expected to attend, as well as other leaders and members from each local.
This conference serves as the fall meeting for the OFT Executive Council.
Registration for the event begins at 6:00 p.m. on Sept. 27, followed by a session at 7:00 p.m. and a reception at 9:00 p.m. On Saturday Sept. 28, breakfast will be from 7:30-8:30 a.m., followed by training sessions from 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Saturday workshops include:
- Contract Campaign Training
- Solidarity Grant & Political Presentation
- Legislative Leads Training
- Treasurer Training
- Professional Learning/Issues - Keeping Up with OTES
- Leadership Cohort
Tentative agenda with workshop descriptions.
Executive Council will meet from 11:30 a.m - 3:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided at that meeting. Committee chairs will need to be prepared to report at Executive Council on any business that has taken place since the last Council meeting in February.
Executive Committee will meet on Friday, Sept. 27 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and the Leadership Cohort will meet on Friday, Sept. 27 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Make your hotel reservation here or call 1-877-227-6963 and reference group code "OFT." The room rate is $109 plus tax.
OFT provides all workshop and session materials and hosts the evening reception, breakfast and lunch. Locals and/or members are responsible for overnight accommodations, if needed, and any other expenses. To get approval from your local for expenses, talk with your local president or officers.