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School Nutrition Stars:

2015 TASN ANNUAL CONFERENCEJune 21 - 24, 2015 | Grapevine, Texas

Welcome to Grapevine, Texas,

the city named af-ter the wild mustang grapes that grew on the Grape Vine Prai-rie and the place TASN will call home during Conference 2015. Situated in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, Grape-vine has it all. From old time venues such as Nash Farm, where you can experience firsthand farming and old fashioned train rides on the Grapevine Vin-tage Railroad, to modern trends of “Power Shopping” at Grapevine Mills and Historic Main Street, or the Texas Wine Experience at the many tasting rooms throughout the city. To top it all, we will be at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Conference Center: a self-contained facility overlooking Lake Grape-vine that includes fabulous accommodations, dining, shopping, entertainment, and good ole Texas hospitality.

This year’s theme is “School Nutrition Stars: Deep in the Heart of Texas.” Our association is full of stars who shine bright every day in the work place. Come conference time, we will be celebrating our successes and hopefully inspiring future ones as well! The Conference Planning Committee is designing education opportunities that will benefit our members and be of value to our school districts, while the Industry Committee is busy ensuring that facilities are ready for exhibits and making plans for a fabulous Industry Party.

Looking forward to seeing y’all in Grapevine. Until then, Shine Bright!

Terry Mendez-ArauzLos Fresnos CISD

TASN 2014-2015 President-Elect

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Welcome to the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center, our luxurious hotel, overlooking Lake Grapevine and brimming with authentic Texas style and hospitality. Beneath our signature glass atri-ums, guests at our Grapevine resort can browse eclectic shops and dine at world-class restaurants that offer everything from BBQ to Tex-Mex. During downtime, guests can explore DFW Resort’s 4.5 acres of lush indoor gardens and winding waterways, enjoy a brisk workout at the fitness center, or unwind at Relâche Spa and Salon, which offers facials, massages, body wraps, manicures, and more!

To reserve your room, visit the Annual Conference page at www.tasn.net/2015-annual-conference

headquarters hotelGaylord Texan Resort1501 Gaylord TrailGrapevinxe, TX 76051Phone: (817) 778-1000

Room Rates: $182Single/Double/Triple/Quad (includes partial resort fee)

learning sessionsMonday, June 22 – Wednesday, June 24

The 2015 TASN Conference will feature several learning sessions that will provide you with a deepened knowledge, sharpened skills, and renewed motivation. Re-certification credit will be given. Please see the form in the conference guide.

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paid workshopsTrain the Trainer – 3 partsBecome a leader of TASN and learn how you can guide others to success!

Sunday, June 21 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Monday, June 22 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.Monday, June 22 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.Wednesday, June 24 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Price: $100 (all three parts)

Level 1 Certification ClassesSanitation (English or Spanish) – 4 hoursSunday, June 21 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Price: $30

Safety/Customer Service (English or Spanish) – 4 hoursSunday, June 21 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMPrice: $30

*You may only attend one Level 1 Certification Class at the Conferencepaid session

Kern HallsSunday, June 21 | 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Price: $30

“Trends and Tips to Conquer the K-12 Market”Kern Halls’ experiences with Disney, retail, and military food service operations blend together in a rich background that inspires him to create innovative new menu and marketing techniques that have transformed school cafeterias around the country.

Join us for this fun-filled session where foodservice professionals collide with their students’ and customers’ ideologies and thought process. After you leave this session, you will have the tools to start increasing your incremental sales immediately!

First General Session/Flag Parade & LunchMonday, June 22 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Laughter, My Drug of ChoiceSally is a humorist and motivational speaker whose message is how to use humor to get through life. She is the author of “Laughter, My Drug of Choice” where she shares her philosophy of using a sense of humor to deal with change. Her trademark character, Ida Mae Fudpucker, uses humor to spoof management and the numerous corporate reorganizations that are inevitable, but troubling to employees. She provides the comic relief often needed at your company meetings, training sessions, and conferences.

Her entertaining, yet thought provoking and motivational presentation will leave your audience with a truly pain relieving prescription for dealing with the challenges of everyday life.

Sally’s motivational speaking program, entitled “Laughter, My Drug of Choice” is a humorous one-

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Industry Party and DinnerTuesday, June 23 | 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

You are cordially invited to attend an evening of excitement with dinner, live music, and entertainment. Put on your best western wear and two step your way into a night of fun! Tickets may be purchased via the registration form on page 23.

Awards and Academy CeremonyTuesday, June 23 | 2:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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Second General Session & InstallationWednesday, June 24 | 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

The Play Maker MentalityWith his quick wit and master story telling ability, Dave Davlin captures an audience like no one else. Quickly building rapport, he is able to touch not only the intellect of the audience, but their hearts and souls, as well. He shares principles concerning true success in life and business and challenges the audience to reach high and dig deep to discover their own form of greatness. Dave’s message has made a difference in the lives of thousands, and his impact continues to grow each year as he shares his philosophy and wisdom through speaking and writing.

In our ever-changing world, the need to adapt to new situations (and thrive within them) is at an all-time high. What worked yesterday may not work today. Therefore, survival depends on our ability to continually manufacture creative and innovative solutions in almost every industry. But what are the elements involved in unleashing and maximizing our creative juices? What skills must we develop (and what mentality do we need to embrace) in order to effectively overcome the challenges of today and tomorrow? In this fascinating presentation, Dave shares five essentials for effectively creating solutions that can guarantee success.

woman show that delivers the message of finding humor in a difficult situation is key to surviving it with sanity intact. Throughout the program, Sally illustrates her point by relating some of her most challenging personal experiences with skits and props.

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Volunteer Training

Registration Open

Fourth 2014-2015 Executive Committee Meeting / Lunch

Sanitation

Safety / Customer Service

Paid Session - Train the Trainer (Part 1)

First Timers Session (English / Spanish)

Fourth 2014-2015 Board Meeting

First General Session Rehearsal

Paid Session - Kern Halls

Outgoing Board Dinner

Sunday, June 21, 2015

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Fitness Session (sponsored breakfast items)

First Timer’s session (English / Spanish)

Exhibitor Move-in (Exhibit Hall )

Learning Sessions for Directors & Supervisors only

Chapter President’s Flag Parade Rehearsal

Registration and Chapter Sales Open

Train the Trainer (Part 2)

Annual Meeting – Ballroom

First General Session/Flag Parade - Luncheon - SNA Representative

Paid Session: Train the Trainer (Part 2 Continued)

Learning Sessions for all/TDA update

Monday, June 22, 2015

Learning Sessions for all

Learning Sessions for Directors

Installation / 2nd General Session Rehearsal - Ballroom

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Fitness Session (sponsored breakfast items)

Registration and Chapter Sales Open

Exhibits for Directors

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Learning Sessions for Directors

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Award and Academy Ceremony

Dinner & Industry Party

Wednesday, June 24, 2015Fitness Session (sponsored breakfast items)

Registration and Chapter Sales Open

Second General Session/ Installation (sponsored breakfast items)

Past President’s Breakfast

Paid Session: Train the Trainer (Part 3)

Learning Sessions for all

Learning Sessions for Directors & Supervisors only

First 2015 – 2016 Executive Committee Meeting

First 2015-2016 Board Meeting

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2015 TASN Annual Conference Registration FormThe Gaylord Texan Resort | Grapevine, TX

June 21 – 24, 2015Early Bird Deadline: April 30, 2015

We will be assigning badges per the TASN Membership database categories

Registration Information (ISD Personnel Only):Name: _____________________________________________________________________

Member Number: ___________________ School District: ______________________

Summer Address: __________________________________________________________Address will be given to exhibitors

City: ________________________________ State: ____________ Zip: ______________

Email (required): __________________________________________________________

Phone Number: _______________________ Fax Number: ______________________

A. Registration Package:q Early Bird with T-shirt & Meals (Paid Before 4/30) - $230 Please select meals you will be attending: q First General Session Lunch q Industry Party and Dinner

q Regular (4/30 - 5/31) - $270 Please select meals you will be attending: q First General Session Lunch q Industry Party and Dinner

q Non-member with meals - $450 Please select meals you will be attending: q First General Session Lunch q Industry Party and Dinner

q College Student - $100 Please select meal you will be attending: q First General Session Lunch

q Onsite member (After 5/31) - $330 Please select meals you wish to attend: q First General Session Lunch q Industry Party and Dinner

q Onsite non-member(after 5/31) - $500 Please select meals you wish to attend: q First General Session Lunch q Industry Party and Dinner

The following do not include meals or T-shirt:q One Day - $175 (Select day) q Retired - $50 q Mon q Tues q Wed

T-Shirt Size:(Early Bird Registration only)q S q M q Lq XL q XXL q XXXLNo changes will be made onsite

Please initial ______________

B. Paid Sessions: Sun, June 21 | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm - $30q Kern Halls

C. Paid Certification Classes & Workshops: Sun, June 21 | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pmq Sanitation (4 hours) - $30 Circle: English or Spanishq Safety/Customer Service (4 hours)- $30 Circle: English or Spanish

Sun, June 21 – Wed, June 24 q Train the Trainer (3 parts)- $100

D. Guest Event Ticket q Tuesday Industry Party/Dinner - $100

Registration Instructions:Each conference attendee should send in one registration form. Chapters are urged to register as a group using one check for payment. DO NOT SEND CASH. Questions regarding registration should be directed to TASN Headquarters. (Toll Free: 800-444-5189)

Please send completed registration forms with PO paperwork or payment to:

TASN Headquarters3520 Executive Center Dr., Ste. 165

Austin, TX 78731

Or fax to: 512-371-0125

(PO payments due 4/30/15 for Early Bird and 5/31/15 for Regular)

B. Total: ______________

C. Total: ______________

D. Total: ______________

Payment Options:Payments due:Early Bird – 4/30/15 | Regular – 5/31/15

q PO / Number: _____________________ Purchase Order: PAPERWORK MUST BE ATTACHED

q Check / Number: __________________

q Credit Card

q Visa q MasterCard q Discover q American Express

CC Number: ______________________________________Exp Date: __________

Billing Address: _______________________________________________________

City, State, Zip: ________________________________________________________

Liability & Indemnification Agreement: Each form must be signed before registration can be processed. I request that you accept me as a participant at the TASN 2015 Annual Conference in Grapevine, TX and I understand there is some risk inherent in traveling to and from and as a result of attending the conference. The undersigned hereby releases TASN and the committees, members, officers, employees, and directors form all liability for injury, death, and property damage that may be suffered in connection with such activities, whether due to negligence or otherwise, accepting such risks involved and waiving all rights of any kind that might otherwise arise. The undersigned agrees to indemnify TASN, its committees, members, officers, employees, and directors against all judgments obtained and against the cost of defense of such claims, including reasonable attorney’s fees. Photo Release: I grant TASN, its representatives and employees, the right to take photographs of me and my property. I authorize TASN to copyright, use, and publish the same in print and/or electronically. I agree that TASN may use such photographs of me with or without my name and for any lawful purpose, including such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, social networking, and web content. Your information will also be published for Exhibitors using Lead Retrieval. No badge changes will be made onsite. All cancellations must be received in writing no later than April 30, 2015. We will assess a $50.00 administrative fee on all cancellations. No refunds will be made after April 30, 2015.

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