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Child Life Council 24th Annual Conference on Professional IssuesSpecial Services for Participants with DisabilitiesIndividuals who require special services to allow full participation in the conferenceshould notify CLC no later than April 3, 2006.CLC Executive Board ElectionsCLC elections will take place during the annual conference. Specific detailswill be printed in the Spring Issue of the Bulletin newsletter mailed to CLCmembers, as well as in the on-site conference newsletter included in the registrationpackets. CLC professional members may also vote by requesting anAbsentee Ballot from the CLC office no later than March 15, 2006. If you voteby Absentee Ballot, you will not be issued a ballot at the conference. All Active,Associate, and Lifetime CLC members are eligible to vote.Child Life Council Distinguished ServiceAward PresentationThe Child Life Council Distinguished Service Award is presentedto an individual in the field of child life who has significantlycontributed to the development of the profession in a way that has long-lastingimpact on the profession and/or the Child Life Council. The 2006 DistinguishedService Award will be presented at the Closing General Session on Sunday, May28. This year’s recipient is Ellen Hollon, MS, CCLS, Director of Child Life/ChildDevelopment for Children’s Medical Center Dallas. Ellen has been involved inchild life for over 25 years, and has spent the past 12 years at Children’s MedicalCenter Dallas. A charter member of CLC, she has been active at nearly every levelof the organization, leading numerous CLC committees and serving as Presidentof the CLC Executive Board from 1996 to 1998. A full feature article detailingEllen’s inspiring career will appear in the Spring, 2006 edition of the Bulletin.NETWORKING EVENTSAcademic Member Networking MeetingThursday, May 255:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Academic Program members are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunityto meet with the leadership of the CLC Education Committee, as well asboard liaison, Toni Millar.New Member/First-Timer OrientationThursday, May 25 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Sponsored by Children’s Hospital of AustinJoin veteran CLC members and staff for an informative overview of CLC andthe Annual Conference on Professional Issues. Whether you are a new member,a first-time conference attendee or potential member, you will walk awayknowing how to make the most out of membership benefits and services.You’ll learn how to better navigate the conference, and how to select the mostbeneficial educational sessions to attend. Learn how to best take advantage ofthe exhibit hall and all that it has to offer. Refreshments will be served, andparticipants are sure to leave with no question unanswered!Student Breakfast Event (For Students Only)Friday, May 267:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Sponsored by Wheelock CollegeThis is a special breakfast program designed for students. All students areencouraged to register for this interactive event.International Member Networking MeetingFriday, May 2612:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.Students and professionals from outside North America are invited to attendthe International Networking Meeting. Join us for an opportunity to shareideas and resources to advance clinical practice. Please bring valuableresources that you would like to share with colleagues.Opening ReceptionFriday, May 266:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Sponsored by MetroHealth SystemsEnjoy a variety of hors d’oeuvres as you stroll through the Exhibit Hall, minglingwith old friends and new acquaintances. A cash bar with various beverages,including water, will be available.Child Life Networking Eventat the Dallas World AquariumSaturday, May 27 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.$45 per ticket; $35 for Full-time Students and ChildrenExotic plants and creatures from around the worldinhabit the Dallas World Aquarium, where you can explore a South Americanrainforest, or take a walk through a water tunnel surrounded by reef life fromthe Continental Shelf, all while networking with colleagues from around theworld. The mammoth aquarium features 80,000 gallons of saltwater exhibits,featuring sharks, stingrays, and hundreds of reef fish, all in living coral reefecosystems. Enjoy good food, good friends and good conversation in a lively,whimsical environment. This event is sponsored in part by Rainbow Babies &Children’s Hospital.The price of admission includes bus transportation to and from the aquarium,private access to many of the aquarium’s most popular exhibits, a deliciousdinner buffet, and one non-alcoholic beverage. A cash bar will also beavailable.Sunday Brunch Networking SessionsSunday, May 289:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.All attendees are invited to the Sunday Brunch, where participants will discussbest practices, share resources, and brainstorm solutions to common challenges,in a relaxed setting with great food! Facilitators will introduce topics,keep the discussion focused, and allow everyone at the table an equal opportunityto participate.DALLAS, TEXAS ★ MAY 26–28, 2006 7