59th Annual NYSSSWA State Conference

Keynote/General Session Presentations:

“Anxiety Basics and Beyond: How to Apply Anxiety Skills and Strategic Pressure to Help Students with School Avoidance” by Kimberly Morrow, LCSW

 “Evidence Based Interventions for Students Experiencing Complex Trauma” by Dr. David Pratt, Ph.D., MSW, Licensed Psychologist

“Calm Down, Chill Out, & Get Your Zen On!”  by Kristina LaMendola, LCSW & Wendy Castiglia, LMSW

Other topics covered include:    Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping), Progress Monitoring to Address Behaviors, Addressing Social Anxiety & Panic Disorder, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion, Interventions for Problematic Media Use,  Self Care/Yoga/Meditation, Addressing Substance Use,  Art & Music Therapy, Response to Intervention Strategies…

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Conference Rates:

Good News!  They are still the SAME  as last year!

Member: $399
Retired & Student Members: $349
Non-Members: $499

Wednesday Night Pre-Conference:  Members:  FREE   Non-Members:  $35
Thursday Only:  Members: $275   Retired & Students:  $225     Non-Members:  $349
Friday Only:   Members: $275   Retired & Students:  $225     Non-Members:  $349

Early Bird: Register by September 20, 2024 and deduct $25.
Late Fee: Register after October 25, 2024 add $50.

Cancellation Policy:  There will be a $25 administrative fee for any cancellations prior to October 25, 2024   This must be in the form of an email sent to   Member.services@nyssswa.org. After October 25, 2024 there will be no refunds.

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The Sagamore Resort

110 Sagamore Rd,
Bolton Landing, NY 12814

We are so excited to hold the State Conference again at The Sagamore Resort.    “The Sagamore Resort is a luxury escape on Lake George with more than 140 years of history. With award-winning waterfront dining, immersive outdoor activities, and an 18-hole Donald Ross-designed golf course, this gem in the heart of the Adirondack mountains is an ideal year-round destination..”   See Pictures Here. 

Room Rate:  Starting at $124 a night in one of the  “lodges” for a total of $148.34 per night with taxes.   Room rates are based on single or double occupancy only. There is an additional charge of $30 per person, per night, for each additional guest over the age of 13 staying in the room.

Please note that once the NYSSSWA hotel block is filled, conference rates may no longer apply.
Suites are also available at $289 a night for a total of $331.49 per night with taxes.   Suites include 2 double beds or a King with a pull out couch.  Lake View One-Bedroom Lodge Suites include a separate bedroom with two plush queen beds and a living room with a queen-sized sleeper sofa. Gathering spaces include a breakfast nook with a stove top, small refrigerator, microwave, and dishes for four. A gas fireplace creates a warm Adirondacks ambiance
Resort Fee: “Rates are subject to a $10 taxable Resort fee per room, per night. The Resort fee includes access to two (2) bottles of water in your room daily, complimentary coffee daily, wireless internet in guest rooms and public areas, no charge for local and 1-800 calls, entrance into the Fitness Center, indoor/outdoor pools and waterfront, self or valet parking.
Parking Fees: Included in Resort Fee
Deadline for Reservations:  All reservations must be made by the cut-off date (10/14/2024), in order to receive the preferred rates.

Hotel Policies:  IMPORTANT–Please Read.

Deposit Fees:    A credit card is required to confirm each guestroom reservation. A non-refundable $50.00 processing fee will be charged at time of booking. The balance of the stay will be charged to this card fourteen (14) days prior to the arrival date.

Room Cancellation:   “Should the reservation be cancelled more than 14 days prior to arrival, the $50.00 processing fee will be forfeited. If the cancellation is made fourteen (14) days or less from arrival, the total amount will be forfeited. In the event you do not arrive on the above arrival date, your reservation will be cancelled and the amount collected will be forfeited at that time.”

Check In/Check Out Times:   “Our check-in time is 4:00 PM, checkout time is 11:00 AM. All guests arriving before check-in time will be accommodated as rooms become available. Our Front Desk can arrange to check luggage for those arriving early when guestrooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day.

Want to Extend?   This year there are 20 rooms/suites also available for Friday night, November 15, 2024 at the Conference Rates listed above.  Call Reservations Department at (866) 385-6221 and identify as being with NYS SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS ASSOCIATION.

If you contact the hotel directly or use their generic registration website, you will need the promo code: 111324NVSSSWA in the Promo Code field.

Hotel Registration: 

• “Check in/Check out”:    BE SURE TO click on: “Select Dates” to enter “Arrival & Departure” dates in order to access rooms and rates.
• Enter “Number of Guests” and click “Check Availability”.
• Click on “Room Types” and select desired room type(s).
• Complete the reservation by filling in your contact and billing information. Fields in bold are required.
• Click Here to Register for Hotel

Need Assistance?  Should guests require special assistance, they may call our Reservations Department at (866) 385-6221 and identify themselves as being with NYS SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS ASSOCIATION.