2023 Reno-Tahoe

Nugget Casino Resort, Reno, Nevada

Oct. 25-28, 2023

Join us at the 69th Annual Conference

Reno-Tahoe, October 25-28, 2023

Our annual conference presents scholarship, interdisciplinary dialogue, and opportunities for networking for diverse scholars and legal and educational practitioners. It’s an extraordinarily welcoming conference, with the richness of programming that this unique diversity makes possible.

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Our annual conference will take place in Reno, Nevada, known as "The Biggest Little City in the World." Nestled in the Sierras of Northern Nevada, Reno's thriving midtown and riverwalk offers an eclectic array of dining and nightlife. Join us on October 25 for pre-conference events, board of directors meetings, and a welcome reception for all attendees.

Friday, October 27, 2023

Join us for breakfast and roundtable discussions to hear colleagues present their recent research. Continue attending paper sessions and celebrate emerging leaders as they share their posters.

While exploring the vibrant nightlife, look for regional celebrations of Nevada Day, the state holiday commemorating when Nevada became the 36th state to join the Union and the second to join during the Civil War.

Saturday, October 28, 2023

Start the morning with the annual awards ceremony, honoring our most esteemed emerging and established leaders in education law. We'll conclude the conference with a vibrant debate of recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions.

Then join us for a scenic ride up the Sierras to have lunch at Lake Tahoe. As Mark Twain said, "To breathe the same air as the angels, you must go to Tahoe."

Thursday, October 26, 2023

The conference will take place at the Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave, Sparks, Nevada. Starting at 9 am, we open our conference with a series of plenary and paper sessions. Hear from leading experts about a wide range of topics such as higher education, school choice, finance, governance, safety, special education, and student and teacher rights. Join us for the popular "dine arounds," where colleagues explore local restaurants in small groups.

Click the button below or call (800) 648-1177 to book rooms.

Reservations that use group code GELA23 before October 4, 2023, will receive a discount.

Flights to Reno-Tahoe International Airport

“More than 50 airports offer nonstop or one-stop flights to Reno-Tahoe International Airport [RNO]. With one-stop access through 10 major hubs, visitors to RNO can connect to hundreds of domestic and international destinations, making your Reno Tahoe trip planning easily accessible.” ~ VisitRenoTahoe.com.

Average High and Low Temperature in October in Reno

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Dine Arounds

Leaders of the Education Law Association organize volunteer dinners, so colleagues can meet in small groups to dine around the city. There are two main areas for dining, starting with restaurants in and around the Nugget Casino in the town of Sparks.

Restaurants Near the Nugget Casino

Restaurants at THE ROW in Downtown Reno

The most vibrant offerings will be found in downtown Reno, where Caesars Entertainment, Inc. presents a one-of-a-kind, unified and distinguished resort experience with THE ROW, comprising six contiguous city blocks, uniting three casino resorts: Eldorado Resort Casino, Circus Circus Reno, and Silver Legacy Resort Casino—together offering gaming, world-class cuisine, luxury suites and more, right in the heart of the Biggest Little City in the World. THE ROW Reno offers 24-hour entertainment with access to 25 restaurants, 23 bars and lounges, and several venues and nightspots.

Are you planning to extend your stay? Use the following guide to explore things to do, places to go, events and shows, and nearby road trips. Learn more at VisitRenoTahoe.com.

Latest News & Updates

Early Bird Discount for Conference

Enjoy a 10% Early Bird discount on our upcoming conference! Use code: EARLYBIRD70 at checkout.

Conference Proposals Submission Deadline

Reminder: The deadline to submit proposals for the 2024 conference is April 30, 2024.

Membership Auto-Renew Option

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