The purpose of this memorandum is to provide information regarding the satellite downlink of a conference sponsored by the National Association of State Directors of Special Education (NASDSE). The teleconference, “Reading First: A Look at the Alabama Reading First Initiative” will be broadcast on May 7, 2003, from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM CDT.
This session will provide information on the Alabama Reading First Initiative program. Supporting materials for the downlink will mailed to the school districts’ special education supervisors and teacher center coordinators.
Attached to this memorandum is the technical information for downlinking the broadcast, as well as, information about the presenters. There is no fee for accessing this teleconference. Individuals wishing to view this teleconference will need to check with the educational cooperative in their area to see if the co-op will downlink this teleconference. Any group that has the capability to downlink may do so free of charge.
For technical trouble (day of the program only), please contact the Pittsburg International Teleport (TV Operations Center) at 1-800-634-6530.