Our daily lives offer limitless opportunities and dilemmas that confront us to be innovative. In pursuit of a quality life for ourselves and those around us, our critical thinking and decision making demand intentional use of our best data, collaborative resources, ethics and integrity.

This year’s conference theme: “The Modern Life: the challenges and advantages to Living and Learning in the 21st Century” prompts us to ask questions about the big issues that impact our world – such as healthcare, technology, environment, energy, security, business, economy, government, communications, children and education.

Today’s actions will impact the future effectiveness of our marketplaces, workplaces, communities, and classrooms.  Through Conference dialogue, our examination and understanding of 21st life will help us to appreciate the present while strategically planning for a better future.

"Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning."              --Albert Einstein