Annual Conference

If you require special accommodations to attend or participate in the 2024 Annual Conference on Advancing School Mental Health, please provide information about your requirements to the National Center for School Mental Health (410-706-0980 or ncsmh@som.umaryland.edu) no later than Monday, November 1, 2024. 

For mobility accommodations, scooter rentals are available through K & M Rentals (407-363-7388). 

This agenda is in draft form. The times below are subject to change.

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

• 2-5pm Check-in
• 2-5pm Exhibitor setup

Thursday, December 5, 2024

• 7:30-8:15am Check-in
• 8:15-10:00am Welcome & Keynote Address
• 10:15am-12:30pm Conference Sessions
• 12:30-1:15pm Boxed Lunch & Exhibitors
• 1:15-2:45pm Symposia
• 3:00-5:15pm Conference Sessions
• 5:15-6:30pm Advisory Board Meeting (closed)

Friday December 6, 2024

• 7:30-8:15am Check-in
• 8:15-9:30am Welcome & Keynote Panel
• 9:45am-12:00pm Conference Sessions
• 12:00-1:30pm Lunch Break & Exhibitors
• 1:45-5:15pm Conference Sessions
• 5:15-6:30pm Poster & Networking Reception

Saturday December 7, 2024

• 8:00-9:00am Coffee
• 9:00am-12:00pm Intensive Training Sessions

Destination Sitters specializes in providing professional and reliable childcare services, ensuring that parents can have and have a peace of mind their children are well taken care of.

The company's fully vetted, background check, first aid and CPR certified sitters will create a fun and safe environment for the children, offering age-appropriate activities. Toys and supplies will be provided.

Please see the following resources for parents who wish to bring their children along to this year's conference.

• Destination Sitters Event Childcare
• Destination Sitters Flyer
• Destination Sitters Pricing

Continuing Education credits will be sought for the following professions: counselors, family therapists, health educators, nurses, psychologists, and social workers. You may select your field/credit options during registration. Information on documenting and submitting your continuing education credits for approval will be provided prior to and at the conference.

• Download the ASMH 2024 Flier PDF or right-click on the image above to save it. The PDF version includes flier text that is compatible with screen readers.

• Download the ASMH 2024 Postcard PDF or right-click on the image above to save it. The PDF version includes flier text that is compatible with screen readers.

Hyatt Regency Orlando
9801 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 284-1234

The University of Maryland School of Medicine has secured group rates for $229/night (single or double rooms) and waived the daily hotel/resort fee of $43.00 per room per night. Hotel room rates are subject to applicable taxes and surcharges, which are currently a 1% taxable surcharge and 12.5% tax per night. Reservations must be received no later than November 13, 2024, at 11:50pm PT.

See Hyatt Regency Orlando - Activities & Hotel Map for a list of on-site activities. 

See Hyatt Regency Orlando - Meeting Spaces for a map/outline of the hotel's meeting/conference rooms. 

Overflow Hotels

Please call the hotels to inquire of the distance to the Hyatt Regency Conference Hotel, where the conference is held.

DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando SeaWorld
10100 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
407-370-6236
Room Rate: $139/night, plus taxes and fees
This hotel is ~2 miles from the conference hotel.

Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
9000 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
407-996-8585
Room Rate: $109/night, plus taxes and fees
This hotel is close to the conference hotel.
Directions: Reservations should be made by calling their reservations department at 407-996-8585 or toll-free at 800-999-8585. Ask for a room from the University of Maryland, 2024 Advancing School Mental Health Conference-Overflow room block or refer to Booking ID#75151.

Element Orlando Universal Blvd. by Westin
8278 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819
407-352-2225
Room Rate: $159/night, plus taxes and fees
This hotel is ~5 minute drive from the conference hotel.
Directions: 2024 Advancing School Mental Health Conference-Overflow. Reference # M-U4EOGN9.

Courtyard Orlando International Drive / Convention Center by Marriott
8600 Austrian Court
Orlando, FL 328149
407-351-2244
Room Rate: $179/night, plus taxes (closes 11/12 at 5pm)
This hotel is close to the conference hotel.
Directions: All reservations will be made, modified, or canceled by individuals either online (at the hyperlink above) or by calling Marriott's Reservations toll free number. The Group Rate is guaranteed for reservations made on or before the cutoff date of Tuesday 11/12 at 5pm ET. Any reservations made after this date shall be at the hotel's then current available rate.

While attending the conference, be sure to explore all that Orlando, Florida has to offer: UMB Advancing School Mental Health Conference 2024 (visitorlando.com).

While attending the conference, be sure to explore the area's local dining options. Please see suggested dining options below.

• Chima Steakhouse Orlando  — Chima Steakhouse is an upscale dining destination, renowned for its authentic Brazilian rodizio experience. Guests enjoy an endless selection over 16 grilled meats and non-meat items. 

The Advancing School Mental Health Conference offers a library of on-demand sessions. Continuing education credits are not provided for the on-demand library, but a certificate of attendance is available upon request.

All presenters must confirm their acceptance through the link provided in their acceptance email. In August, all confirmed presenters for live conference sessions, symposia, and intensive training sessions will receive their presentation date and time, along with a toolkit to support preparations.

• All confirmed presenters will receive a link to upload their materials.
• Pre-recorded on-demand session mp4 files are due November 1, 2024.
• Live presentation materials are due November 15, 2024.

Presenter Know Before You Go

Presenter Know Before You Go (Poster Version)

To view conference sessions and presenters, please see the ASMH 2024 Program Booklet. 

The 2024 conference has passed. Registration is closed.

On-site Registration Fees

• Attendees $600
• Presenters (Live and Poster) $500
• Advisory Board $450
• Student (student ID required for registration) $340

Group Discounts

For groups with 10 or more people, a $10 discount per person is available. Registration and payment for the entire group must be received at the same time to be eligible for this discount. Contact Christina Walker with any questions about group discounts at cnwalker@som.umaryland.edu.

Substitutions

Substitutions will be accepted. If you wish to substitute your registration, return to your registration confirmation email. Click the link provided to modify your registration, and enter your email address and the confirmation email (from your confirmation email) to access and modify your registration information. You may also contact Christina Walker at cnwalker@som.umaryland.edu. 

Cancellations & Refunds

Registration cancellations must be submitted by September 30, 2024. No cancellation requests will be accepted after September 30, 2024, for medical-, personal-, or work-related reasons. No verbal requests will be accepted. If you wish to cancel your registration and receive a refund, contact Christina Walker at cnwalker@som.umaryland.edu before September 30, 2024. A $95 administrative fee will be applied to all refunds. Allow four weeks for refunds to be processed.

Payment Information

If you are paying by purchase order (PO), You are responsible for registering the University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB) as a selected vendor. Here is a copy of our W9: UMB 2024 W9 form .

Please make check payable to the University of Maryland, Baltimore and mail the check to:

National Center for School Mental Health
Attn: Christina Walker
737 West Lombard Street, 4th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201

The Request for Proposals portal is closed.

Announcement | Information Guide & Planning Template | Submission Portal

• Download the ASMH 2024 School Mental Health Award Nominations Flier PDF or right-click on the image above to save it. The PDF version and linked nomination submission portal below include flier text that is compatible with screen readers.

Submit an award nomination

For those who have yet to register (registration closes Thursday, 11/21), you can select your preferred conference sessions during the registration process.

For who have already registered, follow the directions listed below.

1. Log in to the registration site either via the link in your confirmation email, or by visiting the registration site and scrolling down to "Already registered?" Then enter your registration email and confirmation number.
2. Once logged in, select "Modify Registration & Select Sessions" from the bottom-left corner.
3. Click through the registration options until you get to the page titled Conference Session Selection. You may need to re-enter your email.
4. From the Conference Session Selection page, select your one most preferred session for each session time block (CS1, CS2, etc.). Selecting a preferred session does not guarantee a seat in that session. All sessions will be first-come first-served, so we encourage you to arrive 10-15 minutes early for sessions that are important to you.
5. After you have selected your preferred sessions, continue clicking through the registration options until you reach the final page. Select "Submit" to submit your selections!

Sponsorship

We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities designed to provide maximum visibility and engagement at the conference. By partnering with us, you will gain access to our diverse and dedicated school mental health audience. Our team will promote your logo and/or statement thread on social media before and during the conference, along with other forms of acknowledgement. You may also customize your sponsorship package to suit your specific needs and goals.

Exhibit Opportunities

Showcase your products and services to a targeted audience at the Advancing School Mental Health Conference. As an exhibitor, you will have the unique opportunity to connect directly with professionals in the school mental health field, increasing your company’s visibility and expanding your network.

Why Exhibit?

• Targeted Exposure: Reach a specialized audience passionate about school mental health.
• Engage Directly: Interact face-to-face with potential clients and industry leaders.
• Boost Brand Awareness: Gain prominent exposure before, during, and after the event through our promotional channels.
• Networking Opportunities: Build valuable connections with attendees, speakers, and other exhibitors.

Exhibitor Costs

• Single tabletop + chair + registration 
• Non-profit single tabletop + chair + registration 
• Additional exhibitors 
• Additional tables 

More Information for Sponsors & Exhibitors

• See the Sponsors & Exhibitors Packet.
• For vendors, see the UMB 2024 W9 form . 
• Sponsor & exhibitor registration is coming soon!